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Man falls to his death during rock concert at Madison Square Garden

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Updated 21.6.2026
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Madison Square Garden *Goose New York City Man falls to his death during Madison Square Garden concert Paul Kueker

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Jun 21 Evening

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Associated Press (AP)Jun 21

Man falls to his death during rock concert at Madison Square Garden

A 51-year-old man from Connecticut died after falling from an upper deck at Madison Square Garden during a rock concert on Saturday night. Police responded to a 911 call and found the man, identified as Paul Kueker of Niantic, unconscious with injuries consistent with a fall. He was in Section 300 of the venue. Mr. Kueker was transported to a hospital where he was pronounced dead. Authorities stated they do not suspect foul play in the incident. The rock band Goose was performing at the time, and the band expressed their sadness over the event.

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The Guardian - World NewsJun 21

Man falls to his death during Madison Square Garden concert, police say

A 51-year-old man died after falling from an elevated position during a concert at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night. Police responded to a 911 call around 9:51 PM and found the man unconscious with injuries consistent with a fall. He was transported to Bellevue Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The incident occurred during a concert by the rock band Goose. Police have not yet released the man's name. The height from which he fell is not yet clear.

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Key Claims

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A 51-year-old Connecticut man fell to his death from an upper deck of Madison Square Garden during a concert on Saturday night.

— New York City police

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Police do not suspect foul play in the man's death.

— New York City police

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The rock band Goose was performing at the concert.

— article

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The band Goose expressed being 'deeply saddened and heartbroken to learn of the tragic event that occurred.'

— Goose (band)

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The man was identified as Paul Kueker of Niantic, Connecticut.

— New York City police