LAS VEGAS (AP) — A worker who died during the weekend of an injury received at a temporary Formula One Las Vegas Grand Prix grandstand construction site at the Bellagio resort fountains was identified Monday by authorities.
The death of Tizoc Antonio, 37, of Las Vegas, was accidental, the Clark County coroner’s office said.
Las Vegas police reported Saturday the worker was pronounced dead at University Medical Center after receiving what was described as a “severe laceration” on his neck.
Political Cartoons View All 1179 ImagesThe Las Vegas Review-Journal reported that tickets were priced at more than $11,000 per person for the spectator space in front of the Bellagio.
Representatives with Bellagio casino operator MGM Resorts International and the Las Vegas Grand Prix did not respond Monday to email and telephone requests for comment.
Persons:
Tizoc Antonio, Teri Williams, ”
Organizations:
LAS VEGAS, Las, Nevada Occupational Safety, Health, Vegas, University Medical, Bellagio, One, Bellagio ., MGM Resorts International, Las Vegas
Locations:
Bellagio, Las Vegas, Clark County, Nevada, Vegas