PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Public Safety officials gave an update Thursday morning on the investigation into the fan falling from the bleachers at PNC Park.
Officials said the incident is being treated as “accidental in nature,” and that the man remains in critical condition at a hospital.
Police said the man fell from the right field bleachers onto the field of play just before 9 p.m. on Wednesday.
Pittsburgh EMS, along with other PNC Park officials and the athletic training teams for the Pirates and Cubs, immediately provided him aid.
The Pirates issued a statement following the incident, saying their “thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.”
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On Thursday, Pirates owner Bob Nutting released a statement:
“We are all deeply saddened and truly heartbroken after the terrible accident that occurred last night. It was one of the most difficult moments many of us have ever experienced. We are devastated. Pirates baseball is a community, and our fans are like family. In times like these, we must come together, support one another, and keep him and his loved ones in our prayers.
“We also want to thank and appreciate the efforts of the first responders who rushed to his attention and provided him with compassionate care.”
Pittsburgh Public Safety officials added that police do not anticipate providing any additional updates to the public following Thursday morning’s update.
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