Travis Scott’s attorney, Kent Schaffer, strongly believes that the Houston Police Department (HPD) intentionally timed the release of their investigation report on the Astroworld tragedy in order to harm sales of Scott’s new album, “Utopia.” Schaffer’s suspicion stems from the fact that HPD released the 1,266-page report on the same day as Travis’ album, which had been highly publicized throughout the week. Schaffer suggests that the HPD strategically intended to divert attention away from their failure to charge Travis with a crime by overshadowing the release of his album.
In response to HPD’s claim that the release date was merely a coincidence, Schaffer remains skeptical. He firmly believes that the timing was calculated to negatively impact the album’s sales. However, despite the HPD’s alleged motives, Schaffer remains confident that Travis’ loyal fanbase will remain undeterred and that the album’s sales will not be significantly affected.
Not only does Schaffer doubt the intentions behind the timing of the report’s release, but he also disputes certain aspects of the report itself. One particular statement made by a security guard claiming to have tried to halt the concert during Drake’s set is fervently contested by Schaffer. According to him, all the crowd injuries occurred 30 minutes before Drake took the stage, and if the police were genuinely concerned, they could have intervened earlier. Travis reportedly received instructions through his earpiece to end the show after Drake finished his performance, and Schaffer maintains that Travis followed those directions diligently, which is one reason why he was not charged with a crime.
Schaffer emphasizes that throughout the investigation, which lasted over 18 months, he was in constant communication with the HPD. He states that the opinions expressed to him indicated that the police did not find any criminal liability on Travis’ part. This aligns with the decision made by a grand jury last month, as they refused to indict the rapper for the 10 deaths that occurred at the Astroworld concert. However, Travis still faces multiple lawsuits from the victims and their families.
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Schaffer finds the size and scope of the released documents to be unusual, leading him to believe that the HPD aimed to demonstrate to the public and the victims’ families that they conducted a thorough investigation. However, for the family of a deceased child who attended the concert, the release of the report only serves as a painful reminder of the harrowing experience they endured. Their emotions range from sadness and anger to a resolute determination to seek justice, whether within the criminal or civil courthouse.
The Astroworld tragedy, which transpired during Travis Scott’s concert on November 5, 2021, left a lasting impact on the music industry and raised important questions about concert safety and event management. As the legal proceedings unfold, the focus remains on finding answers, providing support to the victims and their families, and ensuring that such preventable tragedies are prevented in the future.
It is imperative to approach these developments with empathy and sensitivity towards those affected by the Astroworld tragedy. As more information surfaces, it is crucial to prioritize the well-being of the victims, their families, and the wider community while seeking justice and accountability.
