Ohio State Suicide – Death; Undisclosed One Dead after Falling from Stadium at Ohio State University Graduation
A tragedy struck Ohio State University’s graduation ceremony on Sunday as one person fell to their death from the Ohio Stadium. An officer urgently called for assistance over the OSU police radio at approximately 12:30 p.m., stating, “I need medics and some officers at gate 30 (of Ohio Stadium)… had one fall off the stadium.”
OSU spokesperson Ben Johnson confirmed the incident, stating, “An individual fell from the stands. They are deceased. We have no additional details to share at this time. Police and emergency responders are on scene. For anyone affected by today’s incident, we will make counseling and other support resources available.”
Dispatch photographer Doral Chenoweth, who was on the scene, observed that the fall scene quickly surrounded by yellow tape and worried officials.
The identity of the victim and the circumstances leading to the fall have not been disclosed at this time. The tragic incident casts a somber shadow over what was meant to be a joyous occasion for graduates and their families.
