Man Nearly Drowns in Mowing Accident

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Lincoln, Neb.
Posted: 4:21 PM Aug 21, 2008
Last Updated: 4:23 PM Aug 21, 2008
Reporter: 10/11 News
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A man nearly drowned when his lawnmower tipped over, pinning him underneath in a small pond.

Lincoln police say a 52-year-old man was mowing at an apartment complex near 22nd and Pine Lake Road Thursday around 11:00 a.m. when the accident happened.

According to police, the man was trapped under water for several minutes before coworkers could perform CPR on him.

The man, who works for a private contractor, was taken to BryanLGH West. His condition is unknown.

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Posted by: Lisa Location: Lincoln on Aug 26, 2008 at 10:07 AM
Our heart felt condolences go out to the family of Bob Stewart who passed away Friday from injuries sustained in this tragic accident.

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