According to reports, a crew member from the Indiana Jones film has been killed on location.
Nic Cupac, 54, who was among 100 crew members working for the blockbuster sequel, was tragically found dead in his hotel in Fes, Morocco, The Sun reports.
Before he died, he had flown out to assist with a complex stunt involving a Rickshaw.
Today, fellow crew members paid tributes to Mr Cupac who is believed to be dead from natural causes.
According to reports, a crew member from the Indiana Jones film was found dead in his hotel, Fes, Morocco. Pictured: Harrison Ford in Raiders Of The Lost Ark
One friend wrote: ‘One of the very best — taught me so much when I was starting out.’
Another person said, “I’m heartbroken.” Nic was such an amazing man.
Filming was halted on the fifth and final Indiana Jones sequel. It was originally due for release in 2022. After Harrison Ford sustained a shoulder injury, Harrison Ford was able to extend his recovery time by three months.
When he was hurt, the actor was rehearsing a fight scene for the film.
Disney’s statement at the time: Harrison Ford was hurt in rehearsal for a fight scene.
“Production will continue until the appropriate course of treatment has been evaluated. The filming schedule may be modified as needed in coming weeks.
The new film This will see James Mangold take over the directing duties of Steven Spielberg, who has been helming the film since 1993. Filming was also delayed due to the coronavirus epidemic.
The untitled film will also feature Phoebe Waller Bridge and Mads Mikkelsen thirteen years after the fourth film was released.
The release of the new Indiana Jones film was originally scheduled for 2022. However, it has been pushed back until 2023