A tragedy has struck on the set of eTV show Scandal! A crew member, Gary Megit died in the hospital from injuries he sustained while moving a part of the set.

TRAGEDY

The production company responsible for shooting Scandal! sent a statement confirming the tragic incident. "The cast and crew of eTV series Scandal! are shocked and saddened by the passing of crew member, Gary Megit. Megit suffered the injury on Friday, 22 November, while the crew was moving a section of the set. He died in hospital on Sunday,' the statement read. The CEO of Ochre Moving Pictures Stan Joseph said, "This is a time of immense sadness. Our deepest condolences go out to Gary's family.' He said they are a very close-knit team on the show and are heartbroken by what's happened. "Gary was a cherished member of the team and will remain in our hearts forever. We ask that Gary's loved ones and the Scandal! team is given privacy and allowed to mourn with dignity during this painful time," said Joseph.

VALUES

Joseph added that Ochre Moving Pictures places immense value and importance on the safety and security of its cast and crew. "We take the safety of our cast and crew very seriously. This was an unforeseen and tragic accident.'