Elderly person airlifted after injury on Mecca canyon
Jesus Reyes
MECCA, Calif. (KESQ) – First responders rescued an elderly patient who was injured in Mecca Wednesday afternoon.
The incident was first reported at a little after 1 p.m. on Painted Canyon Road and Box Canyon Road.
The man was hoisted out of the canyon and taken to Thermal Airport for further medical evaluation.
Authorities said the scene was cleared within an hour.
Details on the man’s identity and the specific nature of his injuries were not immediately available.
Stay with News Channel 3 for any updates.