11 Injured in Escalator Malfunction at Brewers Game
Malfunction sends 6 to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
American Family Field in 2022. Evan Casey/WPR
Eleven people were injured Saturday at American Family Field after an escalator malfunction following the Milwaukee Brewers game against the Chicago Cubs.
Six people were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, and five more were treated for injuries at the ballpark, according to a statement from the Brewers.
The team says an escalator carrying fans from the terrace to the lodge level after the contest malfunctioned, causing an “increased downward speed.”
“Our onsite physician and EMS were on the scene immediately, and we are appreciative of their quick response,” the Brewers’ statement reads.
The malfunction happened following the Brewers’ 5-3 loss to the Cubs.
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11 injured in escalator malfunction at American Family Field was originally published by Wisconsin Public Radio.
Leaving the stadium when there’s nearly full attendance is tricky. I’m a short person. Sometimes people are drunk and clumbsy. I take a tavern bus, so it’s always a big deal to get to the place it picks us up at.
If there’s someone to monitor how many folks ride the escalator would be a huge improvement. I feel the elevator is sort of a creepy ride, too because folks want to pack themselves in.
I love my Brewers and hope they can make the ride easy, safe and comfortable for all. :0)