A spectator at the Jets-Steelers game has died after falling from an escalator

Pittsburgh, PA – A spectator at Sunday’s game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the New York Jets died after falling down an escalator at Acrisure Stadium.

The Pittsburgh Department of Public Safety said police and emergency responders were alerted after a male spectator collapsed around 4:45 p.m., shortly after the end of New York’s 24-20 win over the Steelers.

Paramedics treated the victim at the scene before the victim was taken to hospital in a critical condition. He died shortly thereafter. The man’s identity has not been released.

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“We are aware of the unfortunate incident that occurred today at Acrisure Stadium,” the Steelers said in a statement. “We are cooperating with the local authorities and assisting them in their investigation of this matter. We send our thoughts and prayers to the guest’s family.”