Man Crushed By Tour Bus In Wolf Trap Parking Lot

VIENNA, VA – A man was killed at Wolf Trap Farm Park Thursday evening when a bus collapsed on him, the U.S. Park Police has announced. The night's scheduled performance was cancelled as a result.

According to the U.S. Park Police, an employee of a roadside bus service was working on a tour bus in the parking lot of the venue around 5 p.m. when a support apparatus holding the bus above him failed and the vehicle fell onto him.

The man was pronounced dead at the scene. Fairfax Fire and Rescue also responded to the incident.

In a statement, Wolf Trap said, “There was an accident involving a member of the community at Wolf Trap National Park today, tragically resulting in a loss of life. Out of respect, tonight’s show has been canceled.”

The scheduled performer was English rock band Squeeze. They also issued a statement, Fox 5 reports, saying, “Squeeze are deeply saddened and shocked by an incident that occurred at the venue earlier today, which resulted in the loss of a life. After discussions with the venue and the relevant authorities, the decision was made to cancel this evening's performance. We will work with the promoter and venue regarding the possibility of rescheduling the show and will communicate further information to ticket holders as soon as it is available. Our thoughts remain with everyone affected by this tragic event."

The Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, in Fairfax County near Vienna, hosts music and other performances. Its next scheduled show is for Friday night: a celebration of Grateful Dead frontman Jerry Garcia by the National Symphony Orchestra.