61-Year-Old Man Dies After Being Sucked into MRI Machine in New York

A 61-year-old man wearing a large metallic chain died after being sucked into an MRI machine at a medical center in New York. The incident highlights the importance of checking for metallic objects before entering an MRI room. The man entered the room without permission and was drawn in by the machine's magnetic force. He suffered a medical episode and died later that day after several heart attacks.

A 61-year-old man died after being pulled into a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) machine at a medical center in Westbury, New York. The incident underscores the importance of adhering to safety protocols when entering MRI rooms.

According to local reports, the man, identified as Keith McAllister, entered the MRI room without permission while the machine was running. He was wearing a large metallic chain, which the magnetic field of the MRI machine attracted, causing him to be drawn into the machine. This resulted in a medical episode, and he was taken to the hospital in critical condition. Unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries and died the next day after experiencing several heart attacks [1].

The incident has sparked concerns about the safety of MRI machines and the importance of following safety protocols. MRI machines use powerful magnetic fields to produce detailed images, and any metallic objects, including jewelry, keys, and even oxygen tanks, can be attracted to the machine, posing a risk to both patients and medical professionals [2].

Adrienne Jones-McAllister, the victim's wife, recounted the incident to local media. She stated that she was getting an MRI scan on her knee and asked her husband to help her up afterward. He was wearing a 20-pound chain with a lock, which he used for weight training. As he entered the room, the machine's magnetic force pulled him in, causing him to suffer several heart attacks. Despite efforts to free him, he remained trapped and eventually died [1].

The Nassau County Police Department is investigating the incident, and the homicide squad is involved in the case. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers associated with MRI machines and the importance of adhering to safety protocols [2].

References:
[1] https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2n39dvp0po
[2] https://www.newsweek.com/mri-machine-death-new-york-2101170