An elevator accident inside Colorado's Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine killed a tour guide, injured four, and left 12 people trapped for hours. Investigators are now looking into the cause of the malfunction as the mine shuts down for further inspection.
Investigators are searching for answers after an elevator malfunction inside Colorado's historic Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine left a tour guide dead, four others injured, and 12 people trapped for hours at the bottom of the tourist attraction.The accident occurred on Thursday when the elevator, descending roughly 500 feet into the mine near Cripple Creek, experienced a mechanical issue.
A second group of 12 adults, who were on a separate tour 1,000 feet below ground, remained trapped for nearly six hours while engineers assessed the elevator's safety. The group stayed in contact with authorities via radios and had access to water. Eventually, they were hoisted up in small groups, though officials were prepared to use ropes if needed.Those trapped were later taken to a relief center for showers, food, and support.
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