A state employee is in critical condition after an accident while cutting grass at Southbury Training School on Tuesday.

The state Department of Developmental Services said an employee sustained serious injuries and is currently in the hospital in critical condition.

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State officials said a state employee was involved in a serious accident while cutting grass on campus grounds.

The Connecticut State Police and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) are conducting an investigation.

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"Our thoughts are with the injured employee, their family, friends, and colleagues during this very difficult t

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