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Yankees fan claims he was hit by falling piece of concrete at Dodger Stadium: report

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May 31, 2025
Yankees fan claims he was hit by falling piece of concrete at Dodger Stadium: report

Context:

During a game between the New York Yankees and the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium, a New York Yankees fan named Ricardo Aquino was reportedly injured when a piece of concrete fell on him. The incident occurred during the third inning, and Aquino was sitting in section 10, located between home plate and first base. Witnesses around Aquino confirmed his account of the event, highlighting concerns over safety in the stadium. The Dodgers organization is aware of the incident but is gathering more information before making any further comments. This incident has raised safety concerns among fans, especially given the significant amount of money spent on attending such games.

Dive Deeper:

  • Ricardo Aquino, a Yankees fan from Mexico City, was injured during a game against the Dodgers when a piece of concrete from the stadium fell on his back. Despite being in pain, he was not bleeding, as reported by Alvaro Baeza, who translated for The Athletic.

  • The incident took place during the third inning while Aquino was seated in section 10, an area between home plate and first base, as he watched the Yankees lead in a rematch of the 2024 World Series Game 5.

  • Photographs shared by Brendan Kuty of The Athletic on X depicted the size of the debris and the area from which it reportedly fell, corroborating Aquino's claim.

  • Several witnesses sitting near Aquino confirmed the incident, with one expressing concerns over safety, especially given the high cost of attending the game.

  • The Dodgers acknowledged the report of the falling debris and stated that they are in the process of gathering further information before making any detailed comments.

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