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Avett Brothers fan dies after “medical event” at Red Rocks show

A fan attending The Avett Brothers show at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on Friday night died after experiencing a medical event, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to the venue about 11:25 p.m. after a man fell ill while standing in line for the bathroom, sheriff’s office spokesperson Jacki Kelley said. Bystanders started performing CPR before paramedics arrived to take the man to a hospital, but he did not survive, Kelley said. Related Articles Colorado News | These Colorado outdoor concert venues will take your breath away Colorado News | Hail, severe weather are coming for your concerts this summer Colorado News | 5 things you didn’t know about Red Rocks, from hidden tunnels to a lot of White Claw Colorado News | United flyers can turn points into Red Rocks Amphitheatre tickets Colorado News | Concert etiquette: How to deal with talkers, drunken fans and other Denver show woes The man’s death does not appear to be related to a fall or other trauma, but his cause of death will be determined by the coroner’s office, Kelley said. Band member Scott Avett addressed the crowd at Sunday’s show before the band started playing “Through My Prayers,” according to a video posted on YouTube. “When we talk to you guys and say we love you and thank you for coming out here, we’re not just talking to a blur of a crowd.

 

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