A 51-year-old man fell to his death during a concert at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Saturday night, according to police. Officers responding to a 911 call at approximately 9:51 p.m. found the man unconscious and unresponsive with injuries consistent with a fall from an elevated position, the New York City Police Department said in a statement.
Incident Details
The man was transported from the iconic midtown Manhattan arena to Bellevue Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Police have not released his name pending notification of family. The Connecticut-based rock band Goose was performing the second of a two-night concert booking at the time of the incident.
Band's Response
The group posted a statement on Facebook, saying it was "deeply saddened and heartbroken to learn of the tragic event that occurred." The exact height from which the man fell remains unclear as of Sunday morning.
Madison Square Garden's Role
Madison Square Garden, often referred to simply as the Garden, has recently been in the spotlight as a music venue after hosting the New York Knicks during their run to their first national basketball championship in over 50 years, where they defeated the San Antonio Spurs. The arena also occasionally hosts political rallies but is primarily known for concerts and basketball games.
The Associated Press contributed reporting.
