Brazilian singer Ayres Sasaki dies at the age of 35 from an electric shock during a live concert

Brazilian rock singer Ayres Sasaki died on stage during a concert at the age of 35. He was electrocuted during a live performance on Saturday, July 13, in Salinópolis, Pará, Brazil, Brazilian news sites Istoé Gente, The Sun and The Mirror reported. (Read also: Shannen Doherty dies at 53 after long battle with breast cancer: 5 celebs who have died from the disease)

Ayres Sasaki dies after hugging a fan

Ayres, 35, died instantly after hugging a soaking wet fan at a concert at the Solar Hotel in Salinopolis, Brazil. The contact between them caused a nearby cable to send a powerful electric shock that was fatal. Salinópolis police are investigating the incident as it is unclear why the fan was wet. Witnesses have given statements and authorities have requested expert reports, Istoé Gente reported.

Hotel releases statement on Ayres Sasaki’s electric shock

The Solar Hotel issued a statement on Sunday, July 14, reiterating that the hotel is cooperating fully with authorities in the investigation. Their Instagram post reads: “We are fully committed to providing support to his family and taking the necessary actions. We reiterate our commitment to fully cooperate with the relevant authorities in properly clarifying the events. Our thoughts and condolences are with Ayres Sasaki’s family and friends during this difficult time.”

Ayres Sasaki’s aunt Rita Matos reacts to his death

Ayres’ aunt Rita Matos’ statement to Istoé Gente was quoted by People magazine as saying: “We are contacting people who were with him at the time to understand how everything happened. We will compile all the information in a statement that we will release to the press.”

Filmmaker Raphel Macedo mourns Ayres’ death

Filmmaker Raphael Macedo shared a heartfelt post on Instagram reacting to his friend’s tragic death, writing, “Still hard to believe and process!!! @sasaki.cantor … So many years of friendship and a lot of story to tell … college, college and life friendship! Always a wonderful person and loved by all! Happy to be part of your journey … followed the advice to enter the world of music and was very happy with it. We took his first professional work photos and so it went wonderfully at his shows! So many silly moments we spent and we will continue with the good memories. Listening to Bikini Digger, your penchant for men, your suffering with the rowing club and the story of the farting goalkeeper was immortalized … finally … The divine plans no one explains but I am sure you would like to be remembered by your voice, joy and friendship! May God receive you with open arms my brother @sasaki.cantor Rest in Peace! (rose and sad emoji).”

Ayres leaves behind his wife Mariana, whom he was married to for eleven months.