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Fan Critically Injured After 21-Foot Fall at Pirates Game

A man remains hospitalized in critical condition after falling from PNC Park’s Clemente Wall during Wednesday’s Pirates-Cubs game, with authorities treating the incident as accidental.

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Stadium security and Pittsburgh Pirates medical personnel cart a fan who fell from the stands to the field to an ambulance

Overview

  • The fan fell from the 21-foot-high Clemente Wall onto the warning track during the seventh inning, moments after Andrew McCutchen's two-run double gave the Pirates a 4-3 lead.
  • Emergency responders, including Pittsburgh EMS and trainers from both teams, provided immediate medical assistance before transporting the man to Allegheny General Hospital.
  • The game was delayed for approximately 10 minutes as players knelt in prayer and signaled for medical help, visibly shaken by the incident.
  • Pittsburgh Public Safety confirmed the fall is being treated as accidental, with no further updates on the fan's identity or condition beyond his critical status.
  • The Clemente Wall, designed to honor Pirates legend Roberto Clemente, has drawn comparisons to past stadium safety incidents, renewing discussions about fan safety measures.