Austin Man Sues Travis Scott, Drake For Injuries At Astroworld

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08 November, 2021

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AUSTIN, TX — An Austin native has filed a lawsuit against rappers Travis Scott, Drake and two Harris County event services after suffering injuries at Astroworld Festival in Houston. At the event, eight people were killed "trampled" and hundreds of others were injured over the weekend after members of a densely packed crowd surged toward a stage and were crushed against each other. RELATED: Mourning Starts As Houston Officials Probe Concert Deaths The lawsuit, which was filed by the law offices of Thomas J. Henry, is representing an Austin native who attended the event Friday night and claims he suffered "severe bodily injuries." CBS Austin identified the man as Kristian Paredes. Live in Austin? Click here to subscribe to our free breaking news alerts delivered to your inbox and mobile devices. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter, and download our free mobile app on Android or iPhone. The show was called off after a small group was heard shouting, "Stop the show!" when they realized a man was lying unresponsive and face-up on the ground after a stampede began shortly after Scott's 9 p.m. performance. Travis Scott took to Twitter Saturday stating he was "devastated" by the events that happened at the event Friday night. Scott said he was committed to working with Houston police and the community to "heal and support the families in need." pic.twitter.com/ijXKslw7E2— TRAVIS SCOTT (@trvisXX) November 6, 2021 The lawsuit states Paredes' injuries from the event had a serious effect on his health and well-being. RELATED: Astroworld Festival: Crowd Surge Kills 8, Injures Hundreds Some of the effects, the lawsuit said, are "permanent" and will be with him for a "long time into the future, if not for his entire life." The lawsuit states he is seeking over $1 million in monetary relief and requesting a trial by jury. Paredes is suing Jacques Berman Webster, aka Travis Scott, and Aubrey Drake Graham, aka Drake, because they "were negligent for inciting a riot and violence," the lawsuit states. Drake was a surprise guest performer who "helped incite the crowd" and continued to perform while the crowd grew out of control,"according to the lawsuit. pic.twitter.com/mB0YWcsl6X— Live Nation (@LiveNation) November 6, 2021 The Austinite is also suing Live Nation Entertainment, Inc., and the Harris County Sports & Convention Corporation, or better known as the NRG Stadium, for not providing security services, emergency medical services, and allowing the premises to become overcrowded despite Scott's prior conduct with inciting mayhem at prior events. Live Nation released a statement Monday that it will continue to support and assist local authorities in the investigation. "We continue to support and assist local authorities in their ongoing investigation so that both the fans who attended and their families can get the answers they want and deserve, and we will address all legal matters at the appropriate time," Live Nation said. The first lawsuit was filed Sunday by a Harris County resident who also suffered serious injuries at the event. Patch reached out to Thomas J. Henry's office for comment on Monday. When we receive a reply, this story will be updated. Read CBS Austin's report. RELATED COVERAGE: CA Petition Aims To Oust Travis Scott From Coachella Lineup Astroworld Investigation To Take Weeks: Houston Mayor Turner