Country singer Bryan Martin was escorted off stage by police during his performance at the Schaghticoke Fair in New York after appearing visibly intoxicated, according to Whiskey Riff .

Videos shared on social media showed Martin getting emotional while addressing the crowd as a member of his team attempted to intervene. In another clip , he openly admitted he was drunk and struggled to continue the performance.

Police and security eventually removed Martin from the stage, with footage showing officers carrying him away after subduing him.

Rensselaer County Sheriff Kyle Bourgault addressed the incident in a statement.

“Addiction is a disease, and it requires both accountability and empathy,” Bourgault said. “My hope is that Mr. Martin receives the resources and support he needs

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