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Patriots Fan’s Tragic Death at Gillette Stadium
In a distressing incident at Gillette Stadium, a New England Patriots season ticket holder, Dale Mooney, aged 53, lost his life in an altercation with a Miami Dolphins fan, as reported by witnesses.
The incident occurred in the 300-tier section of the arena just before 11 pm on a Sunday evening.
Investigation Underway
Upon receiving calls for medical assistance at 10:57 pm, law enforcement swiftly responded to the scene. The Norfolk County District Attorney’s Office confirmed that the matter is currently under an active investigation.
Details surrounding the incident are being closely examined.
Witness Accounts
Witnesses at the stadium provided harrowing accounts of the incident. Joseph Kilmartin, one of the onlookers, described the altercation as “hard to watch.” He explained that the confrontation escalated, involving individuals from both sides.
According to Kilmartin, a Miami Dolphins fan approached Dale Mooney and proceeded to strike him three times, resulting in Mooney losing consciousness.
Several anonymous witnesses shared similar descriptions of the incident, labeling it as “brutal.” The attack left Mooney severely injured and caused him to collapse.
Shocked bystanders expressed their condolences to Mooney’s family, acknowledging the horrific nature of the event.
Devastated Family and Wife’s Reaction
Dale Mooney’s wife, Lisa Mooney, was left in a state of shock and disbelief upon learning of her husband’s tragic fate.
Mooney, a father of two and a devoted New England Patriots season ticket holder for three decades, was described by his wife as having “the patience of a saint” and no known medical conditions that would explain him losing consciousness.
Lisa Mooney expressed her bewilderment at the extreme nature of the incident, emphasizing that sporting events should be enjoyable family outings, not marred by violence.
She struggled to comprehend why such an event took place and the impact it would have on her family.
Ongoing Investigation and Autopsy
The District Attorney’s Office indicated that the investigation into Dale Mooney’s death is following established protocol.
An autopsy is scheduled in the coming days to determine the precise cause of his passing. As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with the incident, leaving many questions surrounding the tragedy unanswered.
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