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trapped person in mine shaft South West
Phoenix Mine, Minions, Cornwall
A man became trapped approximately 45 feet down a shaft at Phoenix Mine in Minions, Cornwall, after becoming stuck on ropes whilst exploring with a group. Devon Cave Rescue Organisation and East Cornwall Search and Rescue responded, and he was rescued and conveyed to hospital after being suspended in the shaft for several hours and sustaining injuries.
Outcome: casualty rescued by specialist cave rescue team and taken to hospital
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