NEWINGTON, Conn. (AP) A roofer was seriously injured in Newington when he came into contact with an electrical wire while climbing a ladder.

Police say the man fell about 20 feet off the ladder after being shocked shortly before 10:30 a.m. Friday. Officials say he is in critical condition at the Connecticut Burn Center at Bridgeport Hospital.

The worker's name hasn't been released.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has sent a representative to the job site to investigate.