Dale Mooney went to Gillette Stadium on Sunday just to enjoy the NFL game, Miami vs. New England. He is also someone who may have been possibly involved in Mooney's death.
Mooney, 53, a 30-year Patriots season ticket holder and father of two, died during the game after an altercation in the 300 block of the stadium. Cellphone video showed him wrestling and then being punched in the temple by a witness who said he was a Dolphins fan. Massachusetts State Police are investigating. The Norfolk County District Attorney's Office has not filed charges. Details remain unclear, including what started the fight, who the attacker was, and what escalated. The exact cause of death is also unknown. The Norfolk County District Attorney's Office reported Wednesday that a preliminary autopsy showed Mooney had "no traumatic injuries, but medical issues were identified." "The cause and manner of death remain unknown until further tests are conducted," the prosecutor's office said. Details matter, especially for prosecutors. Brad Bailey, a prominent Boston defense attorney and former violent crime prosecutor, said that if the death was related to the scuffle, Phan could face charges ranging from manslaughter to second-degree murder. If he is sentenced, his prison sentence could be extended. . "These are very serious charges if combat is found to be the direct cause of death," Bailey said. Even if Fan is not criminally responsible for the death, charges of assault, battery, civil assault, and confrontation for the fact that he was at least to some extent involved in the end of someone's life could still be brought against him. there is. H. Would there have been a medical problem if there had been no altercation?In many ways, the facts are not important. One fan was killed and another is the focus of the investigation. This is a life lost. At least one person's life changed. And sometimes it ends in a terrible tragedy. This seems silly, but perhaps this nightmare in Foxboro might serve as a reminder to everyone not to fight, not to be violent, and to lower the temperature before an argument begins. Perhaps this is a moment to remember that almost anything can happen once a fight begins, and that throwing and receiving punches can be particularly dangerous, especially in the stands. Even if a bruise or fall doesn't kill you, stress and exertion can cause cardiac arrest. It can even affect bystanders who are trying to de-escalate the situation instead of pulling out their phones and recording video. If potential combatants know they are on camera, retreat becomes even more difficult or even embarrassing for both sides because they know their actions and perhaps their bravery will be seen later. There is a possibility. "The fact that people are making videos of everything and posting everything can make the situation worse and even perpetuate what's going on," Bailey pointed out. “People who should be de-escalating are instead trying to be the first to post on Instagram.”
Teams, leagues and stadiums have sought to curb violence in the stands, if for no other reason than that it hurts business. Few people want a dangerous environment. Still, the fight continues, perhaps fueled by alcohol and adrenaline. Fans' courageous actions are often praised. Everything is exaggerated. Entering your opponent's stadium can be an unnecessary stress. "I've spent my life going to Red Sox, Bruins and Patriots games," Bailey said. ``There were a lot of dangerous situations in the stands.'' On Sunday, that led to the worst-case scenario. 1 death. A piece that deals with the pressures of a potential criminal investigation. And all this took place on a night when probably no one wanted to do anything more than watch a football game.
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