CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Emergency crews were called to a Ross County residence after an elderly man fell from a ladder.

It happened around 1:30 PM. Medics from Scioto Township were called to a home on Stacy Drive after an 83-year-old elderly man reportedly fell from a ladder, hitting his head and losing consciousness.

A landing zone was set up at a nearby church.

It is not known what height the man fell from.

A medical helicopter was requested to transport the individual to a Columbus area trauma center.

The name of the man has not been released by officials.

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