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Man wearing metal chain sucked into MRI machine, police say
NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK, JUL 21 – Keith McAllister was pulled into an MRI machine by the 20-pound metal chain he wore, leading to fatal injuries after nearly an hour trapped, police said.
- A 61-year-old man was drawn into an MRI machine at Nassau Open MRI in New York on Wednesday afternoon after entering the room while wearing a large metal chain necklace.
- Despite technicians advising him against entering, the man was drawn into the MRI scanner when the machine’s strong magnetic field forcefully yanked the chain around his neck, leading to a medical emergency.
- MRI scanners generate powerful magnetic forces that are continuously active, necessitating rigorous safety measures such as ensuring all metal items are removed before entering the scanning area.
- The man was taken to the hospital in serious condition and passed away the next day, while authorities and witnesses noted the presence of smoke at the scene and have not disclosed his identity.
- New York's Department of Health is reviewing the rare accident that highlights the critical importance of MRI zone procedures and safety precautions to prevent catastrophic injuries.
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The victim, who was 61 years old, was wearing a large, heavy metal pendant on his neck during the incident.Now, the family broke the silence and gave their version of the incident.
GoFundMe Started For Black Man Killed After Being Sucked Into MRI Machine
Source: GoFundMe / GoFundMe The family of a Black man who died after being sucked into an MRI machine in Westbury, New York, has launched a GoFundMe page to cover funeral costs and other expenses. According to News 12 Long Island, on July 16, 61-year-old Keith McAllister was at Nassau Open MRI with his wife, Adrienne Jones-McAllister, who was there having her knee examined. Jones-McAllister told News 12 that she needed help getting up from the M…
A 61-year-old man was killed in New York after being hit by an MRI machine in full activation, his metal necklace having been attracted to the magnet. A rare drama that recalls the risks associated with this...
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Independent EspañolHe also noted that McAllister suffered several heart attacks after being released from the machine.
Man Sucked Into MRI Machine Wearing a 20lb Chain Has Died
The man who was sucked into an MRI machine at Nassau Open MRI has died. His wife was getting an MRI of her knee when she called to him to help her get up after she asked the attendant if it would be okay. He came in wearing his 20 pound chain and padlock around […] The post Man Sucked Into MRI Machine Wearing a 20lb Chain Has Died appeared first on www.independentsentinel.com.
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