Ayres Sasaki, a 35-year-old Brazilian musician, tragically died on Saturday, July 13, during a live performance in Salinópolis, Pará, Brazil. According to reports from Istoé Gente, The Sun, and The Mirror, Sasaki was electrocuted after embracing a soaking-wet concertgoer on stage at the Solar Hotel. The contact between the wet fan and Sasaki caused a nearby cable to jolt, resulting in a fatal electric shock.
The circumstances behind why the fan was wet remain unclear, and the Salinópolis Police are currently investigating the incident. The Pará Civil Police have interviewed witnesses and requested expert reports to understand what led to the tragic event, as reported by Istoé Gente.
The Solar Hotel, where the performance took place, issued a statement on Sunday, July 14, indicating their full cooperation with the investigation. “We are fully dedicated to providing support to his family and taking the necessary measures. We reaffirm our commitment to fully cooperating with the competent authorities for the proper clarification of the events,” the hotel stated on Instagram.
Ayres Sasaki, who was also an architect and urban planner, is remembered by friends and colleagues for his talent and character. In tributes posted on Instagram, filmmaker Raphael Macedo praised Sasaki’s kindness and joy, saying, “Always a wonderful person and loved by all. The divine plans no one explains but I am sure you would like to be remembered by your voice, joy and friendship!” The band RockON described him as “an extraordinary person of friendliness and character, an exceptional music professional.”
Sasaki is survived by his wife of 11 months, Mariana. In an Instagram Story, Mariana expressed her gratitude for the support received during this difficult time, stating, “I would like to thank you for every message of affection and comfort, for every prayer during this difficult time that we are going through. I haven’t been able to read all the messages yet, but as I feel better, I will respond to each one. Thank you.”
