On Saturday, Feb. 7, a 22-year-old male was hospitalized following a fall from a reportedly significant height inside Jordan-Hare Stadium.
At 12:40 a.m., the Auburn Police department arrived at the 200 block of South Donahue Drive in response to a criminal trespassing complaint.
Officers then located a group of individuals inside the stadium and attempted to apprehend them for investigation. According to police, the 22-year-old white male fled the scene on foot.
The press release the Auburn Police Department sent regarding the incident on Feb. 7, 2025.
During this pursuit, law enforcement say the individual fell from a significant height and sustained serious injuries. Responding officers rendered aid and performed life-saving treatment.
Emergency Medical Services and the Auburn Fire Department arrived on scene for further assistance. The individual was then flown to a regional hospital for further treatment and is currently in stable condition.
Authorities say the incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Auburn Police Department at 334-501-3100, call or text the tip line at 334-246-1391 or email police@auburnalabama.org.
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Amanda Machamer, junior in journalism, has been with The Auburn Plainsman since Spring 2025. Machamer previously served as a news writer and assistant news editor, and she is currently serving as the assistant content editor.
