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Window washer dies after falling at Trump International Hotel

Window washer dies after falling at Trump International Hotel
Posted at 10:49 AM, Dec 13, 2018
and last updated 2018-12-13 11:49:22-05

LAS VEGAS — A window washer is dead after falling at the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas.

The fall was reported at 12:33 p.m. local time on Wednesday.

He was pronounced deceased at University Medical Center.

Witnesses say gusty winds had pushed the rigging against the building several times before the man fell.

OSHA will be investigating the incident with investigators checking the worker's equipment.

A spokesperson for the Trump Organization released the following statement:

“We are deeply saddened to learn of the incident today. We are working diligently with the owner of the third party company to investigate the details. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victim and his family.”