Crime & Safety
Eagles Fan On Life Support After Fall From Pole: Report
An 18-year-old man is on life support after suffering a brain injury when he fell from a pole while celebrating the Eagles victory Sunday.
PHILADELPHIA — A man is reportedly on life support after falling from a pole Sunday night during Eagles NFC Championship celebrations.
According to Action News, an 18-year-old man suffered a brain injury when he fell at 15th and Market streets, and is now on life support after the incident.
The man's injury was just one of many incidents that occurred as fans celebrated the Eagles win Sunday.
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Four people were arrested for various offenses.
One person stabbed a man, while two people assaulted police officers separately, according to Philadelphia Police.
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A woman was also charged after police said she drove into a crowd of people, injuring eight.
Authorities issued 31 citations Sunday for disorderly conduct and failure to disperse.
Police are also investigating instances of gunfire during celebratory events Sunday.
Anyone who has information on crimes committed during Sunday's celebrations should contact Philadelphia Police at 215-686-8477.
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