Brazilian singer Ayres Sasaki has died after being electrocuted during a live performance in Brazil.
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The 35-year-old musician died almost instantly after hugging a soaking-wet fan during a concert on July 13 at the Solar Hotel in Salinopolis. The contact between the two triggered a nearby cable to jolt, causing the fatal electric shock, according to The Mirror .
It was not immediately known why the concert-goer was soaked, but Salinópolis Police are investing the incident. The Pará Civil Police say that witnesses have given statements and they have requested expert reports, Istoé Gente reports (per People ).
On July 14, the Solar Hotel shared a statement through social media, saying that the facility is cooperating with the investigation.
“We are fully dedicated to providing support to his family and taking the necessary measures. We reaffirm our commitment to fully cooperating with the competent authorities for the proper clarification of the events,” the hotel wrote in a translated message on Instagram . “Our thoughts and condolences are with Ayres Sasaki’s family and friends at this difficult time.”
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In addition to being a singer, Sasaki was also a newly married architect and urban planner. He is survived by his wife id 11 months, Mariana.
On her Instagram Story, Sasaki’s spouse shared her thanks for the support she’s been receiving following her husband’s untimely passing.
“I would like to thank you for every message of affection and comfort, for every prayer during this difficult time that we are going through,” Mariana wrote, per Istoé Gente . “I haven’t been able to read all the messages yet, but as I feel better, I will respond to each one. Thank you.”
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