Workers Injured During Load-Out Process After Ed Sheeran's Concert at Ford Field in Detroit
Six workers were injured during the load-out process after Ed Sheeran's concert at Ford Field in Detroit. Reports indicated that the workers were taken to the hospital, with two in serious condition and four in stable condition. The injuries occurred while workers were dismantling the stage, with a forklift being involved in the incident. The workers mentioned that the equipment lost control and struck several of them near a backstage tunnel used for moving stage gear. Fortunately, the injuries were not life-threatening.
One worker shared his experience of being hit in the chest during the incident, emphasizing the sudden nature of the accident. Ford Field acknowledged that one of the injured workers was employed by the stadium and assured cooperation with authorities and event production partners for a thorough review. The venue refrained from speculating on the cause of the incident out of respect for those involved and the ongoing investigation. The Detroit Fire Department and EMS were commended for their prompt response.
Ed Sheeran is currently on his "LOOP Tour" in support of his latest album, Play, which began in June and will continue until early November. His upcoming performances include a two-night show at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Fans can purchase tickets through Vivid Seats and enjoy a $20 discount on their first order of $200 or more using promo code COS20 at checkout. The North American tour dates feature various supporting acts, including Aaron Rowe, Lukas Graham, and Biird, as well as Macklemore for select shows.