A Colorado man was killed Sunday during a high school track meet after a hammer thrown by an athlete accidentally struck him. The incident occurred at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs campus, where athletes from across the state competed. Authorities confirmed the death and stated that a spectator was killed when a hammer cleared barriers and struck him. Wade Langston, 57, was identified as the victim. The Colorado Springs Fire Department pronounced him dead at the scene. Officials are supporting all involved in this tragic accident. The hammer throw event involves a metal ball athletes hold with a wire grip during competition. Langston was the father of one of the participants and shielded his wife and son from harm. A spokesperson for the Colorado Springs Police Department declined to comment on the incident, describing it as a “non-criminal” occurrence.
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