By Staff Reporter
January 19, 2026

A construction crane collapsed on sunday morning at a busy construction site, injuring workers and causing severe damage to nearby property, while the fallen crane blocked a major roadway and triggered public unrest.

According to eyewitnesses, the crane fell suddenly around 9:30 a.m., striking some site workers who was immediately rushed to the hospital. Medical officials confirmed that the workers sustained serious injuries and remains under treatment.

The collapse also caused extensive damage to two nearby structures, including crushed vehicles and destroyed fencing. Authorities described the damage as serious,” with repair costs expected to be significant.

The fallen crane completely blocked the main road connecting the area to the city center, leading to hours of traffic congestion. Frustrated commuters and local residents gathered at the scene, and tensions escalated into a riot as people demanded immediate action. Police were deployed to control the crowd and restore order, while traffic was diverted to alternative routes.

Emergency response teams and engineers arrived promptly to assess the situation and begin removal of the crane. The road remained closed for several hours as safety checks were conducted.

Officials have launched a full investigation into the collapse.

Experts say crane accidents can be caused by several factors, including poor equipment maintenance, overloading, unstable ground conditions, strong winds, or inadequate safety supervision.

Authorities are emphasizing the need for strict compliance with construction safety regulations to prevent similar incidents.

No additional injuries have been reported at this time. Officials say updates will be released as the investigation continues.

We’ll continue to follow this developing story and bring you the latest as it becomes available.