Three Injured As Ceiling Collapses In Club During Concert

Three people have been injured at a concert in the US this week, after the venue's ceiling caved in and collapsed on to the floor. 

As Loudwire reports, Canadian hard rock act Theory Of A Deadman were performing at the First Avenue club in Minneapolis when a 30 foot by 30 foot portion of the ceiling crashed down over the balcony and soundbooth mid-set. 

The band, as well as the 750 concert-goers were evacuated by venue staff, the Minneapolis fire department and paramedics, however two of the three injured were taken to hospital shortly after — none of the injuries are believed to be life threatening. 

The collapse is believed to have occurred due to a leaky pipe, which resulted in water covering the ceiling and causing it to crumble under the weight. 

Local band 3 Pill Morning were at the concert during the incident and caught the collapse as it happened on film — check out the Instagram-shot footage below. 

Meanwhile, Theory Of A Deadman have released a statement in relation to the First Avenue incident. 

"As with all of our shows, our primary concern is for the safety of all involved; our fans, our crew, the venue staff and anyone and everyone else who may be in attendance," the statement read. 

"Our thoughts and prayers go out to those who may have been injured or otherwise adversely affected by this unfortunate incident. Our sincerest thanks go out to the First Avenue staff, the Minneapolis Fire Department, the paramedics and all the other wonderful people who lent their swift assistance in helping others during the aftermath. We wish the injured a full and speedy recovery."