HONG KONG: Hong Kong officers stated Friday they might open an investigation right into a live performance accident through which a large video display screen fell down onto the stage and injured two dancers.
Video clips from the Cantopop group Mirror live performance Thursday evening present a large LED display screen suspended above the stage crashing down, instantly touchdown on one dancer earlier than toppling over onto one other as viewers members scream in horror.
The injured performers had been each despatched to the hospital, with one of many dancers reported to be in “severe situation.”
Hong Kong chief John Lee stated Friday that authorities will “comprehensively examine the incident” and evaluation security necessities for future performances, in keeping with a authorities assertion.
He additionally stated the federal government would assist relations of one of many injured dancers have the ability to journey from Canada to Hong Kong to see him.
Live performance organizer MakerVille stated in an announcement it was “deeply saddened” over the accidents of two performers and that it might work with authorities within the probe.
“If we discover something suspicious, or if any particular person or unit is concerned in misconduct, we are going to instantly report it to the police,” the assertion learn.
Authorities additionally revealed their preliminary findings after inspecting the present venue – the Hong Kong Coliseum – on Friday.
The live performance on Thursday was the fourth of 12 scheduled live shows by Mirror, with tens of hundreds of followers having purchased tickets.
Secretary for Tradition, Sports activities and Tourism Kevin Yeung advised reporters Friday the federal government was “very involved” in regards to the incident and that an investigation can be carried out, seemingly over a number of weeks.
“We’ll do analysis to search out out whether or not (the metal cable broke) resulting from an operational or materials downside. It can’t at the moment be concluded at this stage,” stated Yeung, including that the incident will have an effect on “all future performances.”
Authorities will even attempt to decide if any security enhancements are wanted at different venues for upcoming performances to reduce the possibilities of such an incident occurring once more, Yeung stated.
Officers from the Labour Division have collected proof from the venue and can work to find out who’s answerable for the incident, Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Solar stated.
He stated all exercise beneath the remaining suspended screens on the venue will likely be halted, and organizers will work with authorities officers to find out how greatest to take away the suspended screens safely.
Mirror, the 12-member band, has skyrocketed in recognition in Hong Kong and been credited with the revival of Cantopop.
Video clips from the Cantopop group Mirror live performance Thursday evening present a large LED display screen suspended above the stage crashing down, instantly touchdown on one dancer earlier than toppling over onto one other as viewers members scream in horror.
The injured performers had been each despatched to the hospital, with one of many dancers reported to be in “severe situation.”
Hong Kong chief John Lee stated Friday that authorities will “comprehensively examine the incident” and evaluation security necessities for future performances, in keeping with a authorities assertion.
He additionally stated the federal government would assist relations of one of many injured dancers have the ability to journey from Canada to Hong Kong to see him.
Live performance organizer MakerVille stated in an announcement it was “deeply saddened” over the accidents of two performers and that it might work with authorities within the probe.
“If we discover something suspicious, or if any particular person or unit is concerned in misconduct, we are going to instantly report it to the police,” the assertion learn.
Authorities additionally revealed their preliminary findings after inspecting the present venue – the Hong Kong Coliseum – on Friday.
The live performance on Thursday was the fourth of 12 scheduled live shows by Mirror, with tens of hundreds of followers having purchased tickets.
Secretary for Tradition, Sports activities and Tourism Kevin Yeung advised reporters Friday the federal government was “very involved” in regards to the incident and that an investigation can be carried out, seemingly over a number of weeks.
“We’ll do analysis to search out out whether or not (the metal cable broke) resulting from an operational or materials downside. It can’t at the moment be concluded at this stage,” stated Yeung, including that the incident will have an effect on “all future performances.”
Authorities will even attempt to decide if any security enhancements are wanted at different venues for upcoming performances to reduce the possibilities of such an incident occurring once more, Yeung stated.
Officers from the Labour Division have collected proof from the venue and can work to find out who’s answerable for the incident, Secretary for Labour and Welfare Chris Solar stated.
He stated all exercise beneath the remaining suspended screens on the venue will likely be halted, and organizers will work with authorities officers to find out how greatest to take away the suspended screens safely.
Mirror, the 12-member band, has skyrocketed in recognition in Hong Kong and been credited with the revival of Cantopop.