Hang glider rescued from tree in Ulster County backyard

CRAGSMOOR, New York (WABC) -- A hang glider got stuck in a tree in Ulster County.

The man had been flying around Cragsmoor when he became entangled in branches above a backyard.

The woman who lives in the home heard the hang glider screaming for help and called 911. She says the man told her a strong wind pushed him into the tree.

The man has bumps and bruises but is expected to be okay.

The fire chief says the man is lucky to be alive.

MORE NEWS | Video shows gas station holdup that ended in gunfire in Bronx

Police are searching for the suspects behind a robbery and shooting at a gas station in the Bronx.

----------

* More Northern Suburbs news

* Send us a news tip

* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts

* Follow us on YouTube

Submit a News Tip