Authorities in Colombia have opened an investigation into the death Foo fighters drummer, Taylor Hawkins. According to E News.
The rock band announced on March 25 that the 50-year-old musician had died, with no reason for his death.
“The Foo Fighters family is devastated by the tragic and untimely loss of our beloved Taylor Hawkins, His musical spirit and infectious laughter will live on with all of us forever. Our hearts go out to his wife, children and family, and we ask that their privacy be treated with the utmost respect in this unimaginably difficult time.”
Hawkins was staying in a hotel in Chapinero, Bogota, before he passed away that day. According to reports.
The Colombian Attorney General’s Office assured family and friends that Hawkins’ death is being investigated.
Paramedics responded to a call about Hawkins suffering chest pain. Upon arrival at the hotel, they attempted to resuscitate the musician but were unsuccessful and he was pronounced dead at the scene. The District Secretary of Health said.
The forensic test results to determine the cause of Hawkins’ death are pending, Colombian newspaper El Tiempo reported.
Foo Fighters, canceled their scheduled performance at the Estéreo Picnic festival near Bogota and in addition cancelled the rest of South American shows. following Hawkins death.
Hawkins is survived by his wife, Alison, as well as their three children, Oliver, Annabelle and Everleigh.
Adapted from E News.
