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A concertgoer suffered a fatal fall during a Goose performance at Madison Square Garden on Saturday, police told Fox News Digital on Sunday.
The victim, a 51-year-old man, appeared to have fallen from the upper levels of the arena bowl, according to the New York Police Department (NYPD).
Officers responded to the scene shortly before 10 p.m. after receiving a 911 call reporting an injured male at the venue, officials said.
“Upon arrival, officers observed a 51-year-old male unconscious and unresponsive with injuries indicative of falling from an elevated position,” the NYPD said.
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Emergency medical personnel transported the victim to NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue, where he was pronounced dead, police said.
Fox 5 New York reported that the man fell from the 300 level section of Madison Square Garden, which includes the arena’s balcony and upper-tier seating positioned well above the lower bowl and floor sections.
Police also reported that the man was attending the concert with his wife, according to the local station.
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The incident happened during the second night of the band’s two sold-out concert events held at Madison Square Garden.
The rock band, which consists of Rick Mitarotonda, Trevor Weekz, Peter Anspach and Cotter Ellis, released a statement shortly after the incident, extending their condolences to the victim’s family and loved ones.
“We are deeply saddened and heartbroken to learn of the tragic event that occurred at tonight’s show,” the band said. “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 told Fox News Digital in a statement that, as police continue to investigate the incident, the media group is deeply saddened by the loss of a fan.
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“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,” an MSG Entertainment spokesperson said. “Our hearts go out to the family and friends of the concertgoer.”
Goose’s next concert is scheduled for Sunday night at SummerStage in Central Park. The event is also sold out, according to the band’s tour listings.
