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Brent Hinds, Founding Mastodon Guitarist, Dies at 51 in Atlanta Motorcycle Crash

Authorities report an ongoing crash investigation.

Brent Hinds bei einem Auftritt von Mastodon.
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Brent Hinds, Gitarrist der Band Mastodon, stirbt bei einem Motorradunfall in Atlanta.

Overview

  • Local police say his Harley-Davidson was struck by a turning BMW SUV that failed to yield at Memorial Drive and Boulevard.
  • Emergency responders pronounced him dead at the scene, and the Fulton County coroner confirmed the death.
  • The collision occurred Wednesday night in Atlanta, with the call reported around 11:35 p.m.
  • Mastodon confirmed his death on Instagram and expressed shock and grief.
  • No final findings or charges have been announced as police continue to review the crash.