Lamb of God vocalist Randy Blythe arrested for manslaughter in Prague (UPdated)

[radio667]

from examiner.com ................ On June 28, 2012, a local Czechoslovakian news site reported that Lamb of God front man, Randy Blythe had been arrested. The arrest stems from a May 24, 2010 altercation at the band’s show at Club Abaton, in Prague. According to reports, a fan jumped up on the stage where a tussle ensued in which the fan was injured. The fan later died, reportedly as a result of those injuries. Authorities are claiming that Blythe is responsible for the fan's death.

The 41-year-old singer was detained before the band’s scheduled performance at the Rock Café by Prague officials and later arrested on a charge of manslaughter. The scheduled show with fellow U.S. metal bands Skeletonwitch and All Shall Perish went on without Lamb of God.

Offered Prague police:

"We have arrested the singer and charged him with the crime of bodily harm of 4th degree and resulting in the death of the fan."

Lamb of God publicist Maria Ferrero of Adrenaline PR, speaking on behalf of Blythe said he was “wrongfully accused,” adding that the “lawyers are dealing with it, and we expect him to be fully exonerated.” Footage of the 2010 concert is widely available on YouTube, but the incident in question cannot be found.

Lamb of God are currently deep into their current world tour in support of the band’s exceptional new album "Resolution". While no one from the band’s camp has commented directly on the arrest, the band’s Twitter site was updated with the brief post: “#freerandyblythe”

The band is currently working on a short film, “As The Palaces Burn”. Blythe recently spoke about the project:

“Something about this music is obviously making a connection that crosses cultural, ethnic, socio-economic boundaries,” began Blythe. “There is no, ‘You’re Christian, Jewish, Islamic, Buddhist, Hindu, whatever the f— you are,’ I look out at any show I go to and I see the audience and i see some 16-year-old kid and I look there and I’m like, ‘That’s me.’”

Of the current world tour Blythe stated: “It’s 2012, the year of the Mayan calendar, according to some, say the world is going to end. What better time than to embark on a world tour?”

The band is scheduled to return to the U.S. for another leg of their tour this fall.

[Source: Loudwire]

[blito3]

nope doesnt look like me........so i m safe.

[Creeper]

They do put on an awesome concert. Hope it gets cleared up quickly.

[nicnak]

you gotta be kidding me. whaaaat

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NefM2gVo9mw

[nicnak]

good show, sorry about 360p

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjqRaS3F7xc

you should only restrain someone, not push them it might end up really bad, and the courts dont care, your guilty in their eyes.

[SkaarjMaster]

It's the fan's fault. The band is not responsible for what happens to idiots that jump up on the stage no matter what condition they might or might not be in. It's in their contract.....check it.

[radio667]

from metalhammer.co.uk ............... Lamb Of God frontman Randy Blythe has released a statement after finally returning home to America this past weekend following his arrest in the Czech Republic . Read it in full below…

“Greetings. This is D. Randall Blythe, checking in from my beloved hometown of Richmond, Virginia, United States of America.

“I was recently released on bail from Pankrác Prison in Prague, Czech Republic, after over a month of incarceration. Now that I am out for the moment, I would like to say a few things.

“While in prison, I had minimal knowledge of how my case was viewed anywhere but the Czech Republic. I was told by my attorney that I had a lot support from peers in the music industry, my hometown, fans, and, of course, my family.

“I cannot express how emotional it made me upon my release to read about even a fraction of the voices that were raised on my behalf. From legends in my music community, to fans across the world, and even people who were previously unaware of my existence but sympathized with my plight — I am truly humbled. I cannot thank you enough for your thoughts and prayers. I would especially like to thank the people of Richmond, Virginia, for standing by me.

“In the 48 hours I have been home, many people I have never met before have stopped me on the street, waved and smiled as I passed by, or said hello in a restaurant. All have said, ‘We are glad you are home, Randy.’ You all make me proud and grateful that I call Richmond home.

“I would like state that I suffered no abuse, from either authorities or inmates, during my incarceration in Pankrác. I received no special treatment, and was in general population with everyone else. Make no mistake, it was prison, not some celebrity-rehab TV show. But I was treated fairly by the guards and kindly by my fellow inmates.

“People are dying of starvation all over the world. Men and women are losing their lives daily in the Middle East and other war-torn regions. I had food, clothes, shelter, and no one was trying to kill me. I cannot complain over a short stay in prison while many people elsewhere fight to survive on a daily basis.

“If it is deemed necessary for me to do so, I WILL return to Prague to stand trial. While I maintain my innocence 100%, and will do so steadfastly, I will NOT hide in the United States, safe from extradition and possible prosecution.

“As I write this, the family of a fan of my band suffers through the indescribably tragic loss of their child. They have to deal with constantly varying media reports about the circumstances surrounding his death. I am charged with maliciously causing severe bodily harm to this young man, resulting in his death. While I consider the charge leveled against me ludicrous and without qualification, my opinion makes no difference in this matter. The charge exists, and for the family of this young man, questions remain. The worst possible pain remains.

“It is fairly common knowledge amongst fans of my band that I once lost a child as well. I, unfortunately, am intimately familiar with what their pain is like. Therefore, I know all too well that in their time of grief, this family needs and deserves some real answers, not a media explosion followed by the accused killer of their son hiding like a coward thousands of miles away while they suffer.

“I am a man. I was raised to face my problems head on, not run from them like a petulant child.

“I hope that justice is done, and the family of Daniel N. will receive the closure they undoubtably need to facilitate healing.

“I feel VERY STRONGLY that as an adult, it would be both irresponsible and immoral for me not to return to Prague if I am summoned.

“This is not about bail money. This is about a young man who lost his life. I will act with honor, and I will fight to clear my good name in this matter.

“Thank you for reading this, and I wish you all peace.”

[Creeper]

Randy for President!