Man injured after fall into St. John's harbour

A construction worker suffered a leg injury Saturday after falling into St. John's harbour.

An officer from the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary said the 34-year-old man fell from a pier and into the water and was rescued by co-workers by boat.

He was wearing a life-jacket and taken to the hospital for further observation.

Work at the construction site has been halted pending a review by Occupational Health and Safety, according to police.