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Fan Identified After 21-Foot Fall at Pirates Game, Remains in Critical Condition

Authorities confirm the fall was accidental as Kavan Markwood, 21, fights for his life following the incident at PNC Park.

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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

  • Kavan Markwood, a 21-year-old from McKeesport, Pennsylvania, has been identified as the fan who fell from the Clemente Wall during the April 30 Pirates vs. Cubs game.
  • Markwood remains in critical condition at Allegheny General Hospital as Pittsburgh Public Safety continues to investigate the incident, deemed accidental.
  • The fall occurred during the seventh inning after Andrew McCutchen's two-run double, delaying the game for 10 minutes as emergency responders provided care.
  • Players and coaches from both teams paused to pray and show support as medical personnel stabilized and transported Markwood off the field.
  • The 21-foot Clemente Wall, named in honor of Pirates legend Roberto Clemente, has drawn scrutiny over fan safety following similar incidents in other stadiums.