MILWAUKEE (WTAQ-WLUK) — Several people were taken to local hospitals after an escalator at American Family Field malfunctioned on Saturday night.
Tyler Barnes, Senior Vice President of Communications and Affiliate Operations released this statement:
“After the conclusion of today’s game, an escalator at American Family Field moving fans from the Terrace to Loge Level malfunctioned, resulting in an increased downward speed. Eleven people were injured in the incident, five of them treated at the ballpark and six others transported to area hospitals with non-life threatening injuries.
“Our onsite physician and EMS were on the scene immediately, and we are appreciative of their quick response.”
The Brewers were taking on the Cubs Saturday night. It’s not known where the injured fans were from.
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