Travis Scott has reached a settlement with the family of John Hilgert, one of the victims of the tragic Astroworld Festival incident, per Rolling Stone. The family, along with several others, had filed a lawsuit against Scott and Live Nation following the devastating event that resulted in eight deaths and numerous injuries in November 2021. However, Hilgert’s family has now withdrawn their suit after reaching an undisclosed settlement. This development comes after the families of Axel Acosta and Brianna Rodriguez also settled their suits. It is a step towards closure for the affected families, who have been grappling with the loss of their loved ones.
During the Astroworld Festival, which was organized by Travis Scott, chaos ensued as the crowd became uncontrollable, leading to a stampede that caused the fatalities and injuries. Scott and Live Nation took immediate action to halt the show once they became aware of the severity of the situation. However, Scott managed to avoid criminal charges as a police report stated that he was unaware of the extent of the tragedy unfolding before him. Interestingly, this report was released on the same day as Scott’s latest album, Utopia, which is projected to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.
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While some families have chosen to settle their lawsuits, there are still ongoing legal battles related to the Astroworld tragedy. Bob Hilliard, an attorney representing one of the victims’ families, has criticized Scott’s response to the incident. He believes that Scott did not handle the situation adequately and has accused him of exploiting the victims. Scott’s representative, on the other hand, has defended him against these allegations.
It is worth noting that a grand jury decided not to recommend any charges against Travis Scott or the organizers of the Astroworld Festival. However, this decision has been met with criticism from some who believe that there should be consequences for those involved in organizing and managing the event.
The tragic events at Astroworld Festival have shed light on important issues surrounding crowd management and safety at large-scale events. It has sparked conversations about accountability and responsibility within the entertainment industry. While settlements can bring some closure to affected families, it is crucial that steps are taken to prevent such incidents from happening in the future.