A safety guard on the World Cup’s Lusail Stadium in Qatar died on Tuesday after struggling a severe fall whereas on obligation, match organizers the Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy mentioned on Wednesday.
John Njau Kibuye had fallen on 10 December, the assertion mentioned. It added that medical groups instantly arrived on the scene and supplied emergency therapy earlier than being transferred by way of ambulance to the intensive care unit of Hamad Medical Hospital.
CNN reported that he was from Kenya and was 24 years previous.
“We regret to announce that despite the best efforts of the medical team, he sadly passed away in hospital on Tuesday 13 December after three days in the intensive care unit,” the assertion mentioned.
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premiumHis kinfolk have been knowledgeable. We prolong our deepest condolences to his household, colleagues and mates at this troublesome time.
Organizers mentioned they have been investigating the circumstances resulting in the decline “as a matter of urgency” and would supply additional data pending the result of the investigation.
“We will also ensure that his family receives all dues and dues,” the assertion mentioned.
Last week, Qatar launched a piece security investigation following studies of a Filipino demise, saying the person died whereas working at a coaching web site in the course of the World Cup. Journalists Khalid al-Mislam, Roger Pearce and Grant Wahl have additionally died whereas masking the primary World Cup to be held within the Middle East.
The World Cup closing shall be performed on the Lusail Stadium on Sunday, with Argentina dealing with the winners of Wednesday’s semi-final between France and Morocco.
With inputs from TheIndianEXPRESS
