A 51-year-old man died after falling from the upper level of Madison Square Garden during a concert by the band Goose on Sunday evening. The New York Police Department (NYPD) responded to a 911 call reporting an injured male at the venue shortly before 10pm.
Details of the Incident
The victim appeared to have fallen over the balcony from the 300-level section, which includes the arena's balcony and upper-tier seating. He was transported to NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue, where he was pronounced dead. According to Fox News Digital, the man was at the concert with his wife.
The incident occurred during the second night of Goose's two sold-out concerts at Madison Square Garden. The rock band, consisting of Rick Mitarotonda, Trevor Weekz, Peter Anspach, and Cotter Ellis, released a statement expressing their condolences.
Band and Venue Statements
In a statement, the band said: 'We are deeply saddened and heartbroken to learn of the tragic event that occurred at tonight's show. We extend our deepest sympathy to everyone affected. Thank you to the emergency personnel and venue staff who stepped in with care and support.'
MSG Entertainment also issued a statement: 'While we await the police report on the tragedy at last night's Goose concert, we are deeply saddened by the loss of a fan's life at Madison Square Garden. Our hearts go out to the family and friends of the concertgoer.'
Upcoming Concerts
Goose's next concert is scheduled for Sunday night at SummerStage in Central Park, which is also sold out, according to the band's tour listings. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
