Man Dies in Tent at Antilliaanse Feesten Festival; Investigation Launched

A 37-year-old festivalgoer has died at the camping site of the Antilliaanse Feesten music festival in Hoogstraten, Belgium. The man was found unconscious in his tent by fellow festival attendees and emergency services, who were quickly on the scene.

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The man was found unconscious in his tent on the camping grounds. Hulpverleners were quick to reach the victim, but the help unfortunately came too late.

Despite the rapid response from medical personnel and bystanders who administered first aid, the man's life could not be saved. "It is with a heavy heart that we must announce that a festivalgoer has died on the campsite of the Antilliaanse Feesten," said Freya Verschueren, a spokesperson for the festival. "This is despite the swift reaction of our emergency services and bystanders."

The exact circumstances and cause of death remain unclear. The public prosecutor's office has launched an investigation, awaiting the results from the forensic lab and the medical examiner. The victim had attended the festival with acquaintances, who were also present on the campsite.

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It is with a heavy heart that we must announce that a festivalgoer has died on the campsite of the Antilliaanse Feesten. This is despite the swift reaction of our emergency services and bystanders.

The Antilliaanse Feesten, a three-day festival celebrating Caribbean music, continues as planned. The organization and emergency services are providing support to the family, friends, and other festivalgoers affected by the death. A dedicated space with psychosocial support from the Red Cross is available on-site for anyone needing assistance. The festival spokesperson urged attendees to look out for one another and offer help to those in need.

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We are waiting for the investigation by the lab and the coroner into the precise cause.