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Thousands of EDC attendees walk around festival grounds at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Thousands of EDC attendees walk around festival grounds at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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An EDC attendee from Miami twirls an LED whip at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Dan O’Neill, a fan from Louisville, celebrates his first rave at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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A performer shows her true colors at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Fans dance to electronic music at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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An EDC attendee dons a light-up rave mask at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Thousands of EDC attendees gather near the Kinetic Field Stage at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Construction continues on the stereoBLOOM stage, one of five being built for the Electric Daisy Carnival, adjacent to Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., Friday, November 8, 2019. EDC is an electronic dance festival held annually in Las Vegas, Orlando, Mexico and China. The Orlando EDC runs through November 10. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)
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A cyclist passes by as construction continues on the stereoBLOOM stage, one of five themed-stages being built for the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field adjacent to Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., Thursday, November 7, 2019. EDC is an electronic dance festival held annually in Las Vegas, Orlando, Mexico and China. The Orlando EDC runs November 8, 9 & 10. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)
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Thousands of EDC attendees gather near the Kinetic Field Stage at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Construction continues on the stereoBLOOM stage, one of five being built for the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field adjacent to Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., Friday, November 8, 2019. EDC is an electronic dance festival held annually in Las Vegas, Orlando, Mexico and China. The Orlando EDC runs through November 10. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)
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An EDC attendee twirls light-up poi at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Road closures surround Camping World Stadium for the Electric Daisy Carnival, which kicks off in Orlando., Friday, November 8, 2019. EDC is an electronic dance festival held annually in Las Vegas, Orlando, Mexico and China. The Orlando EDC runs through November 10. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)
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Construction continues on the stereoBLOOM stage, one of five themed-stages being built for the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field adjacent to Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., Thursday, November 7, 2019. EDC is an electronic dance festival held annually in Las Vegas, Orlando, Mexico and China. The Orlando EDC runs November 8, 9 & 10. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)
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EDC attendees ride a spinning swing ride at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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EDC attendees are immersed in the “Beyond The Light” experience at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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An electronic music fan dances around at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Fans dance to electronic music at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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An EDC attendee twirls poi at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Thousands of EDC attendees gather near the Kinetic Field Stage at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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A large rainbow is a focal point for fans walking the festival grounds at EDC Orlando, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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An EDC attendee checks out the wig of a costumed fan at EDC Orlando, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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A cyclist passes by as construction continues on the stereoBLOOM stage, one of five themed-stages being built for the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field adjacent to Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., Thursday, November 7, 2019. EDC is an electronic dance festival held annually in Las Vegas, Orlando, Mexico and China. The Orlando EDC runs November 8, 9 & 10. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)
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EDC attendees ride a swing ride while fireworks launch in the background at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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The Kinetic Field Stage lights up as Yellow Claw performs at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Electronic music fans dance to the beat at EDC Orlando, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Art, such as flying butterflies, is abundant at EDC Orlando, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Construction continues at the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field adjacent to Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., Friday, November 8, 2019. EDC is an electronic dance festival held annually in Las Vegas, Orlando, Mexico and China. The Orlando EDC runs through November 10. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)
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Thousands of EDC attendees gather near the Kinetic Field Stage at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Ravers dance in the Neon Garden tent at EDC Orlando, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Attendees take photos with Anima, a large sculpture, at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Ravers dance to electronic music at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Thousands of EDC attendees gather near the Kinetic Field Stage at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Lights make the night glow at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Construction continues on the stereoBLOOM stage, one of five being built for the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field adjacent to Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., Friday, November 8, 2019. EDC is an electronic dance festival held annually in Las Vegas, Orlando, Mexico and China. The Orlando EDC runs through November 10. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)
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A man dressed as Waldo walks around at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Construction continues on the stereoBLOOM stage, one of five theme-stages being built for the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field adjacent to Camping World Stadium, in Orlando, Fla., Thursday, November 7, 2019. EDC is an electronic dance festival held annually in Las Vegas, Orlando, Mexico and China. The Orlando EDC runs November 8, 9 & 10, featuring music, art and rides. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)
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Performers dressed as fish walk around to greet fans at EDC Orlando, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Road closures surround Camping World Stadium for the Electric Daisy Carnival, which kicks off in Orlando., Friday, November 8, 2019. EDC is an electronic dance festival held annually in Las Vegas, Orlando, Mexico and China. The Orlando EDC runs through November 10. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)
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Fans cheer to the beats of EDM music at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Performers dressed as fish walk around to greet fans at EDC Orlando, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Road closures surround Camping World Stadium for the Electric Daisy Carnival, which kicks off in Orlando., Friday, November 8, 2019. EDC is an electronic dance festival held annually in Las Vegas, Orlando, Mexico and China. The Orlando EDC runs through November 10. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)
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Fans of electronic music artist Deadmau5 sport their mouse ears at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Performers from outer space walk around and greet fans at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Stilted performers walk around and greet attendees at EDC Orlando, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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EDC attendees ride a swing ride while the Kinetic Field Stage lights up in the background at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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A pedestrian stops to snap a picture as construction continues on the stereoBLOOM stage, one of five themed-stages being built for the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field adjacent to Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., Thursday, November 7, 2019. EDC is an electronic dance festival held annually in Las Vegas, Orlando, Mexico and China. The Orlando EDC runs November 8, 9 & 10. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)
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Ravers dance in the Neon Garden tent at EDC Orlando, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Construction continues on the stereoBLOOM stage, one of five being built for the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field adjacent to Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., Friday, November 8, 2019. EDC is an electronic dance festival held annually in Las Vegas, Orlando, Mexico and China. The Orlando EDC runs through November 10. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)
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The Ferris wheel glows at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Fire heats up the Kinetic Field Stage at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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EDC attendees twirl light-up poi at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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An EDC attendee wears an alien abduction costume at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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After dark, the lights illuminate trees and walkways at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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EDC attendees take a selfie in front of a colorful backdrop in the VIP area at EDC Orlando, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Road closures surround Camping World Stadium for the Electric Daisy Carnival, which kicks off in Orlando., Friday, November 8, 2019. EDC is an electronic dance festival held annually in Las Vegas, Orlando, Mexico and China. The Orlando EDC runs through November 10. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)
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Stilted performers walk around and greet attendees at EDC Orlando, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Construction continues at the Electric Daisy Carnival adjacent to Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Friday, November 8, 2019. EDC is an electronic dance festival held annually in Las Vegas, Orlando, Mexico and China. The Orlando EDC runs through November 10. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)
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EDC attendees ride a spinning swing ride at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Ravers get together for a photo at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Construction continues at the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field adjacent to Camping World Stadium, in Orlando, Friday, November 8, 2019. EDC is an electronic dance festival held annually in Las Vegas, Orlando, Mexico and China. The Orlando EDC runs through November 10. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)
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Construction continues at the Electric Daisy Carnival adjacent to Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Friday, November 8, 2019. EDC is an electronic dance festival held annually in Las Vegas, Orlando, Mexico and China. The Orlando EDC runs through November 10. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)
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Construction continues at the Electric Daisy Carnival adjacent to Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Friday, November 8, 2019. EDC is an electronic dance festival held annually in Las Vegas, Orlando, Mexico and China. The Orlando EDC runs through November 10. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)
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Stilted performers show off their colors at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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An EDC attendee has her photo taken in the VIP area at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Ravers dance to electronic music at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Construction continues on the stereoBLOOM stage, one of five being built for the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field adjacent to Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., Friday, November 8, 2019. EDC is an electronic dance festival held annually in Las Vegas, Orlando, Mexico and China. The Orlando EDC runs through November 10. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)
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Fire launches off at the stereoBLOOM stage at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Thousands of EDC attendees gather near the Kinetic Field Stage as fireworks launch at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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EDC attendees ride a swing ride at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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EDC attendees dance to the beats of electronic music at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Butterflies dance through the sky at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Fire heats up the Kinetic Field Stage as performers dance at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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The lights dance around the audience at Circuit Grounds Stage at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Lasers hover over the Kinetic Field Stage at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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An EDC attendee has her picture taken with the large rainbow overhang at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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The lights glow at Stereo Bloom Stage at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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EDC attendees ride a swing ride while the Kinetic Field Stage lights up in the background at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Construction continues on the stereoBLOOM stage, one of five themed-stages being built for the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field, adjacent to Camping World Stadium, in Orlando, Fla., Thursday, November 7, 2019. EDC is an electronic dance festival held annually in Las Vegas, Orlando, Mexico and China. The Orlando EDC runs November 8, 9 & 10, featuring music, art and rides. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)
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EDC attendees ride a spinning swing ride at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Devin Lindsey, 21, flashes peace signs at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Electronic music fans gather together for a picture at EDC Orlando, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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The lights dance at Circuit Grounds Stage at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Fans dance to electronic music at Orlando EDC, the Electric Daisy Carnival, at Tinker Field on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
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Road closures surround Camping World Stadium for the Electric Daisy Carnival, which kicks off in Orlando., Friday, November 8, 2019. EDC is an electronic dance festival held annually in Las Vegas, Orlando, Mexico and China. The Orlando EDC runs through November 10. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)

Authorities arrested a South Florida man found with 104 phones and credit cards stolen from attendees during last weekend’s Orlando EDC, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.
Adeson Yordan Ortega Rodriguez, 25, of Hialeah, was pulled over Monday after rolling through a stop sign in Pahokee, a small community near Lake Okeechobee.
During the stop, Rodriguez got out of the vehicle immediately trying to separate himself from the car, PBSO said. The deputy specifically noted Rodriguez’s nervousness during their interaction.
Rodriguez explained to the deputy he was coming from the Electric Daisy Carnival that was held from Friday-Sunday in Orlando.
Rodriguez was driving a black four door sedan found to be registered and owned by Miami rental car company. The rear window of the car was broken with a large hole in the upper left side corner, which Rodriguez said happened during an altercation after EDC.
A passenger in the vehicle, identified as Alfred Enrique Suarez Ramos, 26, was found to be hiding a small amount of marijuana.
The deputy then conducted a search of the vehicle with Rodriguez’s permission and found a bag containing 43 smartphones, several personal IDs and six credit cards.
The deputy found another bag in the trunk which had Spirit Airlines ticket for Ramos, as well as an additional 61 phones, PBSO said.
After placing the two under arrest, the deputy heard Rodriguez in the back of the squad car coaching Ramos in what to say regarding the phones, and that he was confident there were no witnesses.
PBSO inserted 20 of the removed SIM cards and contacted the phones’ owners, who were able to confirm there phones were stolen after a young man bumped into them at EDC, according to PBSO.
Many of the phones were confirmed to have been stolen at EDC. The phones are being sent to the Orlando Police Department which will be processing the stolen phones case, PBSO said.
Rodriguez faces several charges including unlawful possession of the personal identity information of another person and possession of stolen credit cards, according to PBSO.
Charges for Ramos were not immediately identified.
Rodriguez isn’t alone in his arrest after EDC as a 34-year-old man, Carlos Perez Hernandez, was arrested Sunday for stealing 34 phones during the music festival.
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