A construction worker helping to set up for Shakira‘s concert in Brazil died from “crushing injuries” that happened on site.
A statement, translated from Portuguese, from the “Todo Mundo No Rio” concert organizers read: “The event organizers confirm that an accident this Sunday afternoon (April 26th) tragically claimed the life of a professional who was working on assembling the structures for the show. First responders provided initial care at the scene, and the Fire Department was immediately called to transport the patient. Unfortunately, the professional passed away at the hospital.”
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People also received a statement from the state fire brigade (CBMERJ): “A worker suffered crushing injuries to his lower limbs in a lifting system. Before the arrival of emergency teams, the victim had already been removed from the equipment by other employees present.”
The statement added, “Military personnel from the ambulance service of the 3rd Maritime Group (GMAR-Copacabana) immediately began pre-hospital care on the victim, who was then transported to the Miguel Couto Municipal Hospital. Despite the efforts of the rescue teams, death was confirmed.”
Our thoughts are with this worker’s loved ones during this time. RIP.
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