July 21, 2024 06:04 pm IST
Brazilian singer Ayres Sasaki died after being electrocuted during a live performance. Police are investigating the cause of his death.
Brazilian rock singer Ayres Sasaki has died at the age of 35 while on stage during a concert. He received an electric shock during a live performance on Saturday, July 13 in Salinópolis, Pará, Brazil, as reported by Brazilian news site Istoé Gente, The Sun and The Mirror. (Read also: Shannen Doherty Dies at 53 After Long Battle With Breast Cancer: 5 Celebrities Who Died From the Disease)
Ayres Sasaki dies after hugging a fan
Ayres, 35, died instantly after hugging a soaked fan during a concert at the Hotel Solar in Salinópolis, Brazil. The contact between the two caused a nearby cable to send a strong electric shock, which proved fatal. The Salinópolis Police are investigating the incident, as it is not clear why the fan was wet. Witnesses have given statements and the authorities have requested expert reports, reported Istoé Gente.
Hotel issues statement on Ayres Sasaki electrocution
Hotel Solar issued a statement on Sunday, July 14, saying that the establishment is fully cooperating with authorities in their investigation. Their Instagram post read: “We are fully committed to providing support to his family and taking the necessary measures. We reaffirm our commitment to fully cooperate with the relevant authorities for the correct clarification of the facts. Our thoughts and condolences are with the family and friends of Ayres Sasaki at this difficult time.”
Ayres Sasaki’s aunt, Rita Matos, reacts to his death
Ayres’ aunt, Rita Matos, told Istoé Gente: “We are contacting people who were with him at the time to understand how everything happened. We will compile all the information in a statement that we will publish to the press.”
Filmmaker Raphel Macedo mourns the death of Ayres
Filmmaker Raphael Macedo shared a heartfelt post on Instagram while reacting to his friend’s tragic death, writing, “Still hard to believe and take in!!! @sasaki.cantor… So many years of friendship and so much story to tell… college, college, and lifelong friendship! Always a wonderful person and loved by all! Glad to be a part of your journey… I took the advice to get into the music world and was so happy with that. We shot his first professional work photos and he did wonderfully well with his shows! We had so many silly times and will continue the good memories. Listening to Bikini Digger was immortalized by your liking for boys, your suffering with the Rowing Club, and the story of the Doorman who farted… finally… Divine plans no one explains but I’m sure you would like to be remembered for your voice, joy, and friendship! May God welcome you with open arms my brother @sasaki.cantor Rest in peace! (pink and sad emoji)”.
Ayres is survived by his wife of 11 months, Mariana.