A tragic incident unfolded in downtown Chicago on Friday night when a man died after an apparent fall from the Trump International Hotel & Tower, one of the city’s most recognizable skyscrapers. Authorities say the investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death is still ongoing.

According to the Chicago Police Department, officers were dispatched to the 400 block of North Wabash Avenue at approximately 7:38 p.m. following reports of a man who had fallen from a significant height. Upon arriving at the scene, responding officers discovered a 26-year-old male lying unresponsive near the base of the building.

Police described the victim as suffering from “apparent trauma” consistent with a fall. Emergency medical personnel assessed the man, but he was pronounced dead at the scene within minutes of officers’ arrival.

The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office later confirmed the man’s death and listed the official location as the Trump International Hotel & Tower, a 98-story mixed-use skyscraper that serves as both a luxury hotel and a high-end residential property.

While authorities have not released the victim’s identity pending family notification, they did confirm that early findings from the investigation indicate the man fell from the building. However, detectives are still working to determine the manner and cause of the fall, including whether foul play, an accident, or self-harm may have been involved.

The Trump Tower, located along the Chicago River just steps from the Magnificent Mile, is a prominent fixture of the city’s skyline. Opened in 2009, it stands as one of the tallest buildings in the United States outside of New York City. The building’s glass façade and prime location make it a popular attraction for visitors and residents alike.

Friday night’s incident drew a noticeable police presence in the area, with several streets temporarily restricted as investigators worked the scene. Witnesses in the vicinity reported seeing emergency vehicles converge on the location and parts of the sidewalk cordoned off with police tape.

Authorities have not provided details on how far the man fell or from which part of the tower the fall originated. Surveillance footage from both inside and outside the property, as well as witness statements, are expected to play a key role in piecing together the events leading up to his death.

The Chicago Police Department said the case remains open and active, with the Area Three detectives unit handling the investigation. Officials noted that the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office will conduct an autopsy to determine the exact cause and manner of death.

As of Saturday morning, no additional information had been released regarding the man’s identity, and building management at Trump Tower declined to comment, citing the ongoing investigation.

The incident marks another tragic occurrence in downtown Chicago, a bustling area that, despite its vibrant nightlife and commercial activity, has occasionally been the scene of fatal falls from high-rise buildings.

Police are urging anyone who may have witnessed the fall or has relevant information to contact investigators.