Shakira's Concert Continues Despite Fatal Accident

0:00It's April 27th. This is Canada News Today, AI-powered stories from your city. I'm Cory with the story. Workers in Brazil got back to building the stage for Shakira's big free concert on Copacabana Beach after a tragic accident shut things down. A 28-year-old locksmith named Gabriel de Hizes Firmino died Sunday when two-stage elevators crushed him during setup. Police jumped in right away to investigate. The crew from the Brazilian company operating the stage hit the pause button Sunday, but they resumed work Monday. Cops are now probing the firm for possibly skipping workplace safety rules. Shakira, fresh off her first global tour since 2018, hasn't said a word about the loss. Folks on the beach are heartbroken over the worker's death, but mostly say the show must go on. One local singer put it like this. She called it sad, but insisted the concert shouldn't get canceled. Shakira showed solidarity with the stage company, their team, and the victim's family.

1:00This gig Saturday evening echoes Lady Gaga's massive free show their last year, which drew two million fans. Shakira's breaking records too, making history on her tour. With construction back on track and excitement building, eyes stay on Copacabana as the beach braces for another epic night despite the shadow of that accident.