The attorney representing the family of victim Keith McAllister, 61, said the family 'is devastated and seeking answers.'

Note that some links may require registration or subscription. A 61-year-old man who last week was pulled into an MRI machine in New York after he walked into the room wearing a metal chain around his neck has died. ( AP)

A 61-year-old man died after being pulled into an MRI machine by its magnetic field at Nassau Open MRI in Long Island. Authorities are investigating the incident.

MRI safety requires removing jewelry, avoiding certain clothing, and informing doctors about implants and medical devices, as these items can pose health hazards.

A man fatally injured after being pulled into an MRI machine in Westbury, New York, has been identified by family as 61-year-old Keith McAllister — and now loved ones are raising funds to lay him to rest while disputing parts of the official account.

Note that some links may require registration or subscription. A New York man who entered an MRI room while a scan was taking place was pulled into the machine by his chain necklace and is now in critical condition. ( CBS News) An Oregon man caught the plague from his cat last year. ( Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report)

Even if he was standing there holding the chain in his hands, the strongest weightlifter would not be able to prevent this kind of an accident from happening,” said Dr. Emanuel Kanal.