A man dies at Steelers’ Acrisure Stadium after falling off an escalator

A spectator died Sunday after falling from an escalator at Acrisure Stadium, the Pittsburgh Public Safety Department said.

Pittsburgh Police and Emergency Medical Services responded around 4:45 p.m. ET after an adult male fell from an escalator at the stadium. He was rushed to a local hospital in critical condition after paramedics treated him at the scene, and later died from his injuries.

“We are aware of an unfortunate incident that occurred today at Acrisure Stadium,” the Steelers said in a statement, according to the Associated Press. “We are working with local authorities and are helping them investigate the matter. We send our thoughts and prayers to the guest’s family.”

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