A man died Saturday night after falling at a concert at Madison Square Garden, according to New York City police.
The man, whose identity has not been released, was attending a concert by the rock band Goose when he fell from what police described as an “elevated position.” Officers were called to 4 Penn Plaza, the arena’s official address, at 9:51 p.m. and arrived to find a 51-year-old man unconscious and unresponsive.
The fire department transported him to Bellevue Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. It said reports indicated the man had fallen from a balcony.
Police said the investigation is ongoing.
Goose expressing grief and gratitude for those who responded in a statement on Instagram.
“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.”
MSG Entertainment also extended its condolences, saying in a statement Sunday that the company’s “hearts go out to the family and friends of the concertgoer.”
“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,” the statement said.
