Radiohead cancel Toronto appearance due to stage collapse, one dead
Tonight's Radiohead concert scheduled at Downsview Park in Toronto has been cancelled due to a stage collapse that resulted in one death.
Via CityNews Toronto:
“Officials tell CityNews one other person suffered critical injuries, and was rushed to hospital. Two other people were also injured, and were being treated on scene. There's no word on the extent of their injuries.”
The band posted the following message on Facebook:
“Due to unforeseen circumstances the radiohead show at downsview park tonight has been cancelled.
Fans are advised not to make their way to the venue.
Refunds will be made at point of purchase.
Further information is to follow.”
Read tweets from the Toronto police and Live Nation below.
#Radiohead concert at #Downsview Park has been cancelled due to stage collapse. Asking people to stay away from immediate area. ^tb
— Toronto Police(@TorontoPolice) June 16, 2012
Tonight’s @Radiohead show has been cancelled. Please do not make your way down to the venue. More details to follow.
— Live Nation Ontario (@LiveNationON) June 16, 2012
