A crane operator sustained injuries when a construction crane collapsed at a site in Krasnogorsk, near Moscow. This information comes from a Telegram channel associated with the Moscow Region Prosecutor’s Office.
The prosecutor’s office confirmed that it has launched an investigation into the crane fall at the Krasnogorsk urban district construction site. The inquiry is part of routine oversight to determine how the incident occurred and whether proper safety measures were in place during the work on the project.
The incident occurred in the afternoon on November 25, during the dismantling of a ski complex within Krasnogorsk’s urban district. As a result of the collapse, the crane operator was injured and required medical attention. In addition, the administrative building associated with a local thermal power facility sustained damage during the event, though there were no immediate reports of injuries to other workers or bystanders.
Officials indicated that the preliminary cause of the crane failure may have been an overload while moving cargo. The office noted that investigators will assess adherence to urban planning regulations and labor laws as part of the ongoing audit. Depending on what the probe finds, prosecutors may take further action to ensure accountability and to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The Ministry of Emergency Situations reported that the crane’s fall damaged the roof and the facade of the boiler room. Despite the damage, the boiler room’s operation remained unaffected, and there were no reports of a broader disruption to the facility’s overall functionality.
In the aftermath, safety responders and inspectors are reviewing site conditions and crane maintenance records to determine whether mechanical failure, human error, or a combination of factors contributed to the collapse. The incident has prompted renewed attention to crane operation standards, load limits, and the enforcement of safety protocols at construction sites in the region. Local authorities are coordinating with construction firms to reinforce compliance measures and to secure the area around the affected site while investigators carry out their work.