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Roman Colosseum worker dies
Rome's Colosseum closed after technician falls to death.
In brief
Rome's Colosseum closed after technician falls to death. A 22-year-old technician died after falling from a rope during lighting work at Rome's Colosseum. Originally reported by ABC7 New York.
Colosseum closure
The Colosseum closed to the public on Wednesday after a technician fell to their death.
Technician identified
Italy's Ministry of Culture named the technician as Andrea Moretti, a skilled high-altitude rope access worker.
“a skilled high-altitude rope access worker”
Cause of death
Moretti died inside the amphitheater after falling about 10 meters while installing a new lighting system.
“a workplace accident”
Minister's statement
Culture minister Alessandro Giuli called the death "tragic" and offered condolences to Moretti's family.
“A tragic event that leaves us shocked and devastated”
Age and details
The 22-year-old technician fell from a rope about 32 feet during lighting work at Rome's Colosseum.
“22-year-old”
The headline
A 22-year-old technician died after falling from a rope during lighting work at Rome's Colosseum.
