BOSTON – The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a drone used for TNT’s pregame coverage crashed during a Boston Celtics opening night watch party at City Hall Plaza, injuring two people.
Pre-game TNT drone crash
That happened just after 8 p.m. on Tuesday.
The drone filmed a musical act during the TNT American Express Road Show. Shaboozey was among the artists who performed during the network’s pregame show. The show led to the Celtics receive their championship rings and increasing the 18th Championship Banner in franchise history at TD Garden.
Shortly after the incident, a Boston police spokesperson told WBZ-TV that three people were injured by the falling drone. In a police report released Wednesday, police said two people were injured.
According to the police report, the drone operator flew the device between two trees and accidentally hit a light pole. The drone crashed and landed in the crowd.
One of the victims bled profusely from his right hand, Boston police said. The second person said she felt “significant pain” in her head, neck and left shoulder.
FAA investigates dropped drone
Police said the drone is owned by CNN and was flown by one of the broadcaster’s employees. Both TNT and CNN are owned by Warner Bros. Discovery.
The CNN employee has an FAA remote control license, police said. In a statement to WBZ-TV, the FAA said only that it is investigating the incident.
A spokesperson for TNT Events released a statement on Tuesday evening.
“Unfortunately there was an incident involving a drone and fans attending the event this evening,” the spokesperson said. “Medical and security personnel on site immediately investigated the situation. We are currently investigating further and wish all involved the best.”
