Fourteen Hospitalized After Suspected Intoxication at The Chainsmokers Concert

Authorities responded to a medical emergency at a The Chainsmokers concert in San Jose after fourteen attendees were hospitalized, with officials suspecting drug or alcohol intoxication as the cause.

6 Sept, 16:08 — 6 Sept, 20:30

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Why this matters

This incident highlights ongoing safety concerns at large-scale electronic music events, where substance use frequently leads to medical emergencies and strains local resources. It underscores the need for venues and law enforcement to evaluate crowd management, security protocols, and rapid medical response strategies during high-attendance concerts.

Key entitiesThe Chainsmokers San Jose Discovery Meadow Local emergency services

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rolling-stoneMostly Factual15h ago

14 People Hospitalized During the Chainsmokers’ Concert in San Jose

Over a dozen concertgoers required medical attention for "suspected alcohol intoxication and drug-related issues," authorities say

By Daniel Kreps

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billboardMostly Factual13h ago

14 Concertgoers Hospitalized at The Chainsmokers’ San Jose Show

The duo took the stage at Discovery Meadow on Sept. 4.

By Mitchell Peters

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tmzMixed10h ago

14 People Hospitalized at The Chainsmokers Concert in San Jose

The Chainsmokers’ San Jose concert turned into an emergency situation over the weekend ... with 14 people rushed to local hospitals during the show. The electronic duo was performing at Discovery Meadow Friday when San Jose dozens of…

By TMZ Staff

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nmeMostly Factual12h ago

14 people taken to hospital during The Chainsmokers US concert

Police said concertgoers were treated for “suspected alcohol intoxication and drug-related issues” The post 14 people taken to hospital during The Chainsmokers US concert appeared first on NME.

By Damian Jones

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