Man falls to death at observation wheel in Las Vegas
Published: Feb. 16, 2019 at 8:53 AM EST
A man has died after falling 50-feet from a ferris wheel in Las Vegas.
It happened just before 7 PM at the High Roller Observation Wheel.
Officials said a 23-year old man entered a restricted area on the property and he was running around the loading area when he fell down the stairs.
The man was rushed to the hospital and was later pronounced dead.
Police said it does appear to be an accident.
The High Roller Wheel will remain open however areas surrounding it are closed at this time.
