A concertgoer fell to his dying throughout rock band Goose’s efficiency Saturday at Madison Sq. Backyard, the New York Police Division stated.
The sufferer has been recognized as Paul Kueker, 51.
Connecticut father dies at live performance
Police stated Kueker fell from an elevated floor contained in the Backyard simply earlier than 10 p.m. In accordance with police sources, he fell from the world’s 300 stage.
Cellular phone video exhibits first responders on the scene, the part cleared out moments after the tragic fall. Police stated he was unconscious and unresponsive.
Kueker was rushed to Bellevue Hospital, the place he was pronounced lifeless, the NYPD stated.
A witness informed CBS Information New York the live performance resumed about half an hour after the incident.
Police stated Kueker was on the live performance along with his spouse. The couple was from Connecticut, they usually have two youngsters.
Police sources say no criminality is suspected. The investigation continues.
“Whereas we await the police report on the tragedy finally night time’s Goose live performance, we’re deeply saddened by the lack of a fan’s life at Madison Sq. Backyard. Our hearts exit to the household and pals of the concertgoer,” MSG stated in a press release to CBS Information New York.
Band reacts to tragedy
“We’re deeply saddened and heartbroken to be taught of the tragic occasion that occurred at tonight’s present. We prolong our deepest sympathy to everybody affected. Thanks to the emergency personnel and venue employees who stepped in with care and help,” Goose stated in a press release on the band’s Instagram account Saturday night time.
Goose carried out Sunday at SummerStage in Central Park. They addressed the dying originally of their live performance.
“We simply wished to take a second to handle a number of the tragic occasions that occurred finally night time’s present, and prolong our deepest condolences to Paul, his household, his pals and all people who was affected by what occurred,” band member Peter Anspach stated.
They then held a second of silence for Kueker.
“In moments like this, you understand life is so fragile, we’re so fortunate to have an unbelievable neighborhood right here round us. All people, should you’re fighting one thing, please do not be afraid to succeed in out to any individual in your life or ship us a message. You realize, please,” Anspach continued. “We bought to assist one another out. That is why we’re right here. Folks are supposed to speak and be with folks, so thanks all people for coming tonight, and we actually respect you guys a lot. We love you.”
