Netflix releases statement on crash that killed two cast members of original series

The cast and crew of The Chosen One, the adaptation of Mark Millar’s comic book, were involved in a fatal car accident in Mexico.

Production of a new series Netflix A car accident in Mexico left two dead and six injured. The van that transported the cast and crew Chosen Onecomic book adaptation Mark Millarran off the road and rolled over on the way to Santa Rosalia Airport in Baja California del Sur last Thursday (16).

acting duet Raimundo Garduno Cruz as well as Juan Francisco Gonzalez Aguilar was seriously injured and died on the spot. Two other cast members and four crew members were injured and taken to the hospital. As a result, the manufacturer eardrum the production of the series ended, without a forecast and a guarantee of a return, the causes of the accident are being investigated.

The Chosen One actor duo Raimundo Garduño Cruz (left) and Juan Francisco González Aguilar (right) were victims of a fatal accident in Mexico.

Netflix released a statement about the incident, which says (via TSB RF):

“We are deeply saddened by the tragic accident that took the lives of Ray Garduño and Juan Francisco González. Our condolences to your loved ones and those affected by this unfortunate accident.”

In addition to the platform streamingproducer Redrum also released a statement with more details about the accident:

“All of us at The Chosen Ones are devastated by the tragic accident that happened last Thursday on our way from Santa Rosalia, Baja California del Sur, to the airport. We are deeply saddened by the passing of our colleagues Ray Garduño and Juan Francisco González and extend our direct support to all those affected by this unthinkable tragedy. Redrum is cooperating with local authorities and initial reports and testimonies show that all safety protocols were in place during this horrific accident.”

The Chosen One adapts a 2004 Mark Millar comic.

Chosen One This is an adaptation of HQ American Jesus: The Chosen One2004 comic written by Mark Millar and illustrated Peter Grosswhich follows a 12 year old boy who is supposed to be the reincarnation of Jesus Christ.

Recording of the series, which is part of an agreement between Netflix and the author, began around April 2022. There is no forecast for the resumption of filming yet, but Diversity states that this should happen as soon as the accident investigation is completed.