Teen Injured After Falling 20 Feet from Rope Swing in Torrington

State Environmental Conservation police are investigating after a 17-year-old was injured in a fall at Stillwater Pond in Torrington Tuesday.

Department of Energy and Environmental Protection officials said the male victim fell 20 feet from a rope swing. The severity of his injuries are unknown at this time.

The teen was taken to Waterbury Hospital for treatment.

Stillwater Pond is not a guarded swim area and does not have lifeguards on duty at any time. It is mainly used for fishing and boating.

More information as not immediately available. Check back for updates.

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