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Madonna releases statement about stage collapse in France

Published on: July 16, 2009 at 2:14 PM ET
Duncan Riley
Written By Duncan Riley
News Writer

Madonna herself has released a compassionate statement about the tragic accident that happened when a crane used in assembling her stage and set for her concert in Marseilles, France, collapsed while workers were assembling it.

“I am devastated to have just received this tragic news. My prayers go out to those who were injured and their families along with my deepest sympathy to all those affected by this heartbreaking news.”

Source: People Magazine

The stage and set was being assembled for Madonna’s upcoming performance in Marseilles when a crane they were using gave way, causing part of it to collapse, crushing one worker and injuring 7 more. The concert was scheduled for Sunday night but has been canceled as a result of the accident.

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