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Crew Member Killed in Tragic Onset Accident in Louisiana
4 Nov
Summary
- Crew member James "Trapper" McEvoy killed in suspected electrocution
- Incident occurred on Monday on a production set in New Orleans
- IATSE providing counseling and support to affected crew members
On Monday, a crew member was killed in a tragic accident on the set of a production in New Orleans. The victim has been identified as James "Trapper" McEvoy, a grip and member of IATSE Local 478. While details are still scarce, it is suspected that McEvoy died by electrocution in the incident.
Several of McEvoy's friends and colleagues have expressed their grief on social media, describing the loss as "heartbreaking." IATSE International President Matt Loeb has also issued a statement, affirming that a crew member was killed and that the union has engaged the Entertainment Community Fund to provide counseling for the affected crew members. An IATSE representative has been sent to Louisiana to support the local members and unions.
The production on which the incident occurred has not been named, and the local film office and coroner's office have not yet released additional information. However, the industry is mourning the loss of one of its own, and the focus remains on supporting the crew and McEvoy's family during this difficult time.
