Linkin Park and Rise Against have been forced to cancel the Pittsburgh and Albany dates of their tour due to Chester Bennington's leg injury. View a statement from LP below after the jump.

Linkin Park regret to inform their fans that they must withdraw from their next two shows in Pittsburgh on January 20th, and January 21 in Albany, NY, due to a leg injury of lead vocalist Chester Bennington - who has been diagnosed as requiring immediate medical attention. Chester says, "I need to take the proper time to assess the severity of my injury and apologize for any disappointment this has caused. I look forward to seeing you all again soon.”

Fans can seek refunds at point of purchase.