Terror at graduation! One person died in a fall at Ohio State University

Death at Ohio graduation ceremony.

Man dies after falling from stands.

Police have not identified him.

A tragic incident occurred at the Ohio State University Stadium during a graduation ceremony.

A man fell from the stands to his death.

The situation unfolded just before 2 p.m. on Monday, May 6, 2024, when police had to cordon off the area, turning a day of celebration into one of sorrow.

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The graduation ceremony at Ohio State University was marred by tragedy when one person died following a fall from the stadium stands.

This shocked bystanders and prompted an urgent emergency response.

An official spokesperson from the state confirmed the fatal incident, noting that it occurred near the bell tower during the graduation ceremony.

Despite prompt responses from police and emergency services, the individual could not be saved.

What happened at the scene?

Ohio State graduation death: Ohio State graduation death- Here’s what we know…… #OhioState https://t.co/HkPaOKkvtA pic.twitter.com/acc9siA5x8

— My Break News_US (@MyBreakNews_us) May 6, 2024

A security and assistance operation was immediately deployed to manage the aftermath of this tragic event, according to NBC4.

The graduation ceremony had begun at noon and concluded at 3 p.m.

The incident did not disrupt the ceremony according to a university spokesperson.

However, it left a lasting impact on attendees, who witnessed the heavy police presence as they left.

Police statement after death at Ohio graduation

A person fell from the stadium and died as Ohio State’s commencement ceremony was starting. The university did not mention the death during the three-hour event. https://t.co/cLTtzOxUXv

— WCPO 9 (@WCPO) May 6, 2024

On Monday, the Franklin County Coroner’s Office confirmed the fatality, announcing that a person was declared dead at the stadium around 12:30 p.m.

Efforts were ongoing to identify the body, according to USA Today.

The university community and the city of Columbus are enveloped in mourning and confusion over this tragic news.

Consequently, the iconic football stadium, home to the Buckeyes, has become a focal point for both local and national media.

Was it a suicide?

Ohio State University tragedy today when a person fell from the upper stands of the stadium at the commencement ceremony at graduation pic.twitter.com/awrW60M0M2

—Todd Paron (@tparon) May 6, 2024

Details regarding how the fall occurred and the circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear, according to USA Today.

Benjamin Johnson, a spokesperson for Ohio State University, stated that the institution had no updates on the ongoing investigation.

Despite official reticence, witnesses reported seeing medical personnel quickly respond to the stadium following the incident.

Currently, the Columbus Police Department has not provided further comments, leaving the public waiting for more information.