On Thursday, June 29, American rapper Travis Scott learned that “no criminal charges will be brought” against him in the Astroworld case.
” A tragedy is not always a crime”
On November 5, 2021, more than 50,000 people gathered in Houston for the Astroworld festival, co-organized by rapper Travis Scott. After a violent crowd movement, many festival-goers were trapped in the crowd. Lacking air and space, they passed out. ten people, including a 9-year-old boy, were thus killed, trampled by the crowd. On the side of the injured, the victims’ lawyers have advanced the dramatic figure of 4900 people.
At the end of the drama, Travis Scott came out “absolutely devastated”. This Thursday, June 29, the verdict fell: the rapper will not be prosecuted. The Harris County Attorney explained:
“It is tragic that ten innocent people were killed trying to enjoy an evening of music and entertainment. (…) But not always a tragedy is a crime and not always a death is a murder. »
Travis Scott accused of failing to react during drama
This decision by justice risks provoking indignation. During the concert, many people were shocked by the lack of reaction from the organizers and Travis Scott.
Despite cries for help and multiple signs of distress in the crowd, organizers reportedly waited half an hour before shutting down the show and evacuating the crowd. Likewise, many people accuse Travis Scott that he saw what was happening in his audience, but continued his show on the scene. A total of 1,500 complaints were filed.
If Travis Scott doesn’t face prosecution, he’s still in danger civil cases.
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Source: Madmoizelle
Mary Crossley is an author at “The Fashion Vibes”. She is a seasoned journalist who is dedicated to delivering the latest news to her readers. With a keen sense of what’s important, Mary covers a wide range of topics, from politics to lifestyle and everything in between.
