A young tourist was exploring New York’s stunning Central Park when his foot was ‘blown off’ after stepping on an explosive device.
Connor Golden, 19, was with two friends and was climbing rocks when the accident occurred yesterday at 11am (local time).
Horrified witnesses describe seeing a severed foot, and that part of his left leg was also ‘blown off’.
He was rushed to Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan.
Connor being taken to hospital
It is believed Connor stepped on a firework, as there were traces of firework wrappers discovered on the rock.
According to reports, Connor may need to have his left leg amputated to save his life.
Connor, originally from Washington DC, was visiting New York with his two friends, Thomas Hinds, 20, and Joseph Stabile, 18.
