LAMB OF GOD Singer Arrested in Czech Republic on Manslaughter Charges

Lamb of God singer Randy Blythe was arrested and pending release on bail in Prague, Czech Republic on manslaughter charges stemming from a 2010 incident in which a fan died after a stage-diving incident.

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A Czech news station features video of the alleged incident (which you can see below). In the clip, singer Randy Blythe can be seen with a the 19-year-old concert goer who died after hitting the floor. The video could be perceived as Blythe throwing the now deceased fan from the stage. The outrage for Blythe's arrest has been sweeping the internet with musicians such as Scott Ian from Anthrax expressing concern for the fellow artist.

Lamb of God have delayed their official statement on the issue until later this week but guitarist Mark Morton tweeted the following in regards to the incident on July 1st.

"finally HOME! 4/5 of us anyway. I cant wait to give Randy a big bear hug & kiss his pointy, stubbly face! Thanx for all the support yall! Flooded w/ questions about Randy. I truly understand & appreciate ur concern. But it would be irresponsible for me to comment on any of it. again….thank yall SOOOO much for your love & support during these difficult times. It means the world to us."