Written by Heather Doyle.
A child was caught in a boat propeller in the Five Towns Friday afternoon, according to Nassau County Police.
Officers confirmed that a child at Cedarhurst Yacht Club had gotten caught in the propellers of a boat in the water.
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Police, Coast Guard, marine, and aviation units rushed to the scene after the call was received at 2:23 p.m. Friday, cops said.
Lawrence-Cedarhurst Fire Department was joined by Long Beach in the rescue, according to Long Beach Fire Commissioner Scott Kemins.
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The child's current status has not yet been confirmed by police. Officers did not say how the child got caught in the blades.
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