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A 28‑year‑old safety technician, Gabriel de Jesus Firmino, tragically died after a structural collapse during the stage setup for Shakira’s upcoming Copacabana concert. The singer expressed deep sorrow and solidarity with his family, friends, and colleagues, while authorities in Rio de Janeiro opened an investigation into the incident. The accident occurred when part of the lifting system crushed the worker’s lower extremities, and despite immediate aid and transport to a hospital, he did not survive. This tragedy underscores the critical importance of rigorous safety protocols in all high‑risk work environments.