UPDATE: Female rescued after jump off rocks at Moffitts Mill leads to injuries
UPDATE: According to family members, thankfully, she suffered no serious injuries or broken bones. She is being released from the hospital. Please continue to pray for her as she is still recovering.
Editors Note: We originally received details the female suffered broken legs and had suffered serious injuries. Her condition remains unknown, but we do understand she has been taken to a nearby hospital and is alert and conscious. Her exact injuries are unknown.
Original story: A 34-year-old female was rescued by Lee County first responders today.
The rescue occurred at Moffitts Mill in the Salem community of Lee County around 3:26 P.M. on Thursday, June 20, 2024. The female reportedly jumped off the rocks into the water landing on some rocks. The impact led to both of her legs being injured and needing transport to Piedmont Columbus Regional.
Salem Volunteer Fire Department, along with EAMC ETS, Lee County Sheriff’s Office, Lee County Emergency Management Agency, and manpower from Smiths Station Fire and Rescue.
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