Festival organisers ‘devastated’ following death of a man at Love is a Stranger
It was a tragic end to a beautiful weekend.
Gardaí have confirmed that a post-mortem examination is to be carried out following the death of a well-known Cork DJ at a Fermoy music festival.
The man, who was in his 30s, was pronounced deceased at the scene at Love is a Stranger in Ballyvolane House, Castlelyons, on Sunday morning, despite the best efforts of paramedics.
“As a small team, we are absolutely devastated to learn of the death of a festival attendee at Love is a Stranger today. Our thoughts are with the individual’s family, friends, and loved ones at this extremely difficult time,” the organisers said in a statement on Sunday.
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“We are assisting An Garda Síochána and the emergency services in every way possible, and will not comment further while their inquiries are ongoing. Out of respect for those affected, today’s closing concert has been cancelled.
“We would like to thank the emergency services, our crew, volunteers, attendees and hosts for their support and understanding.”
