WESTFORD — Authorities are still investigating the circumstances surrounding an incident in which a 7‑month‑old child fell from a second‑floor window at a Colonial Drive residence late Wednesday morning, prompting a precautionary MedFlight transport to Boston.
Members of the Westford Police and Fire departments responded to the home at about 11 a.m. after receiving a report that the infant had fallen. Because of the child’s age and the nature of the fall, MedFlight was requested, police said.
Fire personnel provided initial medical aid before the child was taken by ambulance to a landing zone at Jack Walsh Field on Carlisle Road. The child was conscious and alert when transferred to the MedFlight helicopter and flown to a Boston medical facility for further evaluation and treatment.
Police said the investigation into how the fall occurred remains ongoing.
“Our thoughts are with the child and family, and we wish the child a speedy recovery,” the Westford Police Department said in a press release making the announcement. “We also thank the Westford Police Officers, Westford Fire Department personnel, and Westford Public Safety Communications staff for their prompt and professional response.”
No additional details were released on Thursday. Police said further information will be provided as the investigation continues.
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