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3 hurt in setup for Elton John concert

Elton John arrives at " An Enduring Vision" Elton John Aids Foundation Benefit at Cipriani in New York City on November 16, 2009. UPI/John Angelillo .
Elton John arrives at " An Enduring Vision" Elton John Aids Foundation Benefit at Cipriani in New York City on November 16, 2009. UPI/John Angelillo . | License Photo

MERIDA, Mexico, April 2 (UPI) -- Three workers were hurt while building a stage for Saturday's Elton John concert at the Chichen Itza ruins in Mexico, officials said.

The BBC said the British pop star was not at the site when the mishap occurred and the weekend show is expected to go ahead as planned.

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Two men reportedly sustained minor injuries, while a third broke his leg when lighting rails fell onto the stage area.

Authorities told the British broadcaster the Mayan ruins were not damaged during the incident.

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