An Air Force service member died from injuries sustained after falling while attempting to rappel from the rafters of the Alamodome during a pregame demonstration before UTSA's football game against Navy. The incident occurred Saturday as part of the annual Salute to Armed Forces & Veterans ceremony, where four officers were set to descend to the field. The officer lost control while descending, sliding down the line and crashing to the turf.
Medical personnel immediately attended to him, and he was transported to a local hospital, where he later died. The service member was assigned to the 6th Combat Training Squadron, Detachment 2, and his identity has not been released. The incident is under investigation.
UTSA expressed deep sadness and activated well-being services for students, faculty, and staff. The game proceeded after a 10-minute kickoff delay.
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