A large video screen that fell onto the stage during a concert accidentally injured two dancers, according to Hong Kong officials, who announced Friday that they would launch an investigation into the incident.
A large LED screen suspended above the stage crashes down, landing directly on one dancer before tipping over onto another as audience members scream in horror, as seen in video clips from the Cantopop group Mirror concert on Thursday night.
Both of the injured performers were taken to the hospital, where it was stated that one of the dancers was in “serious condition.”
According to a government statement, John Lee, the leader of Hong Kong, stated on Friday that authorities would “comprehensively investigate the incident” and review safety standards for upcoming performances.
The government, he added, would make it possible for the injured dancer’s family from Canada to visit him in Hong Kong.
MakerVille, who organized the concert, expressed in a statement that it was “deeply saddened” by the injuries suffered by two performers and that it would cooperate with investigators.
To reduce the likelihood that such an incident will happen again, authorities will also try to determine whether any safety improvements are required at other venues for upcoming performances, Yeung said.
According to Chris Sun, the secretary for labor and welfare, officers from the labor department have gathered information from the scene and are investigating to identify the perpetrators of the incident.
The remaining suspended screens at the venue will no longer be used for any activities, he said, and organizers will consult with government representatives to decide how to safely remove them.
Mirror, a 12-piece band, has experienced tremendous success in Hong Kong and is credited with bringing back Cantopop.
