Trigger Warning: This article contains references to death.The famous band Goose recently played two consecutive shows at Madison Square Garden, one of which witnessed a tragic event. According to the latest reports, one participant fell from an elevated part of the venue, the upper level area of ​​the arena.
Concertgoer dies after falling from upper deck at Goose concert
The New York Post reported that the concertgoer, identified as 51-year-old Paul Quaker, fell to his death from the upper level area of ​​Madison Square Garden. He attended indie rock band performances at the time. Authorities are currently investigating the matter to determine what actually happened.The NYPD was called to the scene for an emergency Saturday night during the concert. According to a statement from Entertainment Weekly, “At approximately 9:51 p.m., officers responded to a 911 call for an injured male inside 4 Penn Plaza. Upon arrival, officers found a 51-year-old male unconscious and unconscious with indications that he had fallen from an elevated position.” He was taken to nearby Bellevue Hospital; But the doctors declared him dead. Quaker was with his wife at the time of the incident.Speaking to the New York Post, her mother, Patricia Finelli, shared that “she was the greatest kid in the whole world. She would give you the shirt off her back.”He was attending the concert from the Chase Bridge, an elevated seating area that was added to Madison Square Garden in 2013.
Fans posted about the incident
The news first broke after fans and other concertgoers started posting about it on social media. Many posted photos of the seating area that had been cleaned up after the man fell. One posted, “I can’t believe this happened…poor guy.” Another posted, “We watched the whole thing and it actually physically affected us.”Many people described the incident, saying there was a lot of confusion and panic over what exactly happened.
Goose posts about the man’s death
After the tragedy, Goose took to their social media accounts to pay tribute to the fan and address the ongoing situation. Their social media statement read, “We are deeply saddened and heartbroken to learn of the tragic incident that occurred at tonight’s show. We extend our deepest condolences to everyone affected. Thank you to the emergency workers and venue staff who stepped up with care and support.”Despite the incident, the concert continued, and the band performed a full 16-song set, closing around midnight.Disclaimer: If you or someone you know is struggling with any form of abuse, please seek help. Contact a mental health professional, an NGO or a trusted person. There are also numerous helplines for help.
