A singer has died in a freak accident on stage after being electrocuted during a live performance. Brazilian rocker Iris Sasaki, 35, died when a fan wearing wet clothes hugged him during the concert, causing the artist to receive an electric shock from a cable, according to the British newspaper, Daily Mail. American Sun.
The singer died almost instantly on stage when a wet fan came and hugged him.
Seconds later, the musician was electrocuted and died instantly in Salinopolis, Brazil, on July 13.
It is still unclear how the wet fan got wet.
Police are investigating the circumstances of the death but have not released further details.
The singer’s family declined to comment in detail amid the investigation.
“What we know is that his show was scheduled for a specific time and it was presented, but we are communicating with the people who were with him at that moment to understand how everything happened,” his aunt Rita Matos told local media.
“We will collect all the information in a statement and issue it to the press.”
The Solar Hotel, where the concert was held, expressed its sadness at the singer’s death.
The hotel added that it is cooperating with authorities in the investigation.
“We are fully committed to providing support to his family and taking the necessary measures,” the statement said.
“We affirm our commitment to fully cooperate with the relevant authorities to properly clarify the circumstances of the events.”
Away from the stage, Sasaki was an architect and urban planner.
He is survived by his wife, Mariana, whom he had been married to for only 11 months.
Friends and colleagues of the artist described him as an extremely talented artist with a great passion for music.
“We were friends in everyday life, beyond music,” his friend and singer Adriano Freitas told local media.
“He was a man of great charisma, and his talent was incredible. He was the best singer and guitarist in Belém.
“A great friend, very family oriented, caring about his friends, and those who appreciate his work.”
He is remembered as the “king of re-enactments” – once playing for 12 hours straight, Adriano said.
“What will definitely stand out about Sasaki is his kind heart and his great manners. I think that will be the lasting mark he leaves behind,” said comedian and friend Nato Almeida.
This story originally appeared on the sun It is republished here with permission.
