Colorado hardcore act Short Fuse 59 were headed back home from California after their tour when their van and trailer were rear ended by a Ford Escape. The accident killed Colin Michael Mulhern, vocalist of If I Fail and Short Fuse 59 merch guy, and has left band drummer Patrick Carney in a coma. All other band members are listed as "injured."
California Highway Patrol say the woman driving the Ford has both alcohol and drugs in her vehicle and has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. A GoFundMe has been launched for Carney and If I Fail has issued the following statement.
“We would like to thank everyone that has reached out to us during this difficult time. We are absolutely devastated of the loss of our brother and vocalist Colin Michael. The whole situation has left us speechless. He will be greatly missed by a countless amount of lives that he has touched.
Please keep your thoughts with our brothers in SHORT FUSE 59. There will be a gofundme link in the comments for Patrick Carneywho is still recovering in the hospital.
If anyone wants to share memories of Colin please do so in the comments. We would love to hear your stories how Colin has impacted your life.
We had just finished recording our new EP and we want everyone to hear it as soon as possible. All Colin ever wanted was people to listen and sing his lyrics back to him. We are aiming to release it this Friday, August 31st. Titled The Author of all your Pain
Thank you for your continuous support. We love you Colin.
-IIF”
