Off the PitchBBC SportUnverified source· 18 Aug 2026
Man found dead at Charlton's stadium
A 33-year-old man was discovered dead at The Valley after a possible fall from height.
Charlton
team
Who
33-year-old man
What
Found dead at The Valley
When
Tuesday morning
Where
The Valley, south-east London
What happened. Police and paramedics were called to Charlton Athletic's ground on Tuesday morning and the man was pronounced dead at the scene. Detectives are investigating the possibility he fell from height in the early hours of Monday.
- Next of kin informed and supported by officers.
- Death treated as unexpected; inquiries continue.
- Club assisting police and expressed condolences.
“Everyone at Charlton Athletic would like to express their deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to the individual's family, friends and loved ones.”
— Charlton Athletic spokesperson
The club thanked staff for professionalism and asked for privacy; no wrongdoing suggested.
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