UMVA has learned that a devastating incident occurred at a sold-out concert in New York City, leaving a 51-year-old man dead.
The victim was attending a rock band Goose's performance with his wife at Madison Square Garden when tragedy struck. Emergency medical personnel rushed him to NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue, where he was pronounced dead.
According to information obtained by UMVA, the incident happened during the second night of Goose's two sold-out concert events at the iconic venue. The man fell from the 300 level section of Madison Square Garden, which includes the arena's balcony.
The rock band, comprised of Rick Mitarotonda, Trevor Weekz, Peter Anspach, and Cotter Ellis, released a heartfelt statement following the victim's death. They expressed their deepest sympathy to the victim's family and praised the emergency personnel and venue staff for their care and support.
MSG Entertainment also issued a statement, saying they are deeply saddened by the loss of a fan's life at Madison Square Garden. The company extended its condolences to the victim's family and friends, while awaiting the police report on the tragedy.
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.
