Fan Who Died in Escalator Fall at Steelers Game Identified

The victim was identified as Dalton Ryan Keane, 27, of Monaca, Pennsylvania.
Fan Who Died in Escalator Fall at Steelers Game Identified
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Following the Steelers’ 24–20 loss to the Jets on Sunday at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, a fan fell from an escalator and later died from his injuries.

The victim in the accident has been identified by a medical examiner as Dalton Ryan Keane, 27, of Monaca, Pa.

The incident reportedly occurred at 4:45 p.m. ET when police and emergency responders attended to Keane after the fall from the escalator. He was taken to a hospital in critical condition before ultimately dying from his injuries.

The Steelers released a statement on Sunday confirming the accident.

“We are aware of an unfortunate incident that occurred inside Acrisure Stadium today,” the Steelers said in a statement to the Associated Press.

“We are working with local authorities and helping their investigation into the matter. We are sending our thoughts and prayers to the guest’s family.”


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