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A spectators’ night at the ballpark took a horrific turn.
The Incident
Transitioning into a professional baseball game, spectators witnessed a chilling moment in the seventh inning. On April 30, a man came crashing down about 20 feet from the stands of PNC Park and onto the playing field, during the Major League Baseball (MLB) matchup between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Chicago Cubs.
Video footage of the scene revealed the spectator somersaulting in the air before landing on the right-field warning track, prompting an immediate stoppage in gameplay.
Emergency Response
In a statement released by the Pirates, representatives from both teams and Pittsburgh Emergency Medical Services (EMS) quickly attended to the injured fan. They provided initial medical assistance on the spot.
The baseball team confirmed that the injured individual was taken to Allegheny General Hospital. However, they did not provide further details about his condition at this time. Known to be a family-friendly atmosphere, the team offered their well-wishes to the victim and their relatives in a message also shared by the Cubs’ official account, stating,
“Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.”
Ongoing Investigation
The Pittsburgh Public Safety department disclosed that the fan was in immediate critical condition. The Pittsburgh Police Violent Crime Unit detectives are actively conducting an inquiry into the unexpected turn of events that occurred during the Major League Baseball (MLB) game. More details are to follow.