Tragic news out of Creamfields this weekend as one festival-goer has died.
The 19-year-old male reportedly “fell ill” at the music festival and later passed away. The cause of death has yet to be determined.
Security staff noticed the attendee looking unwell and had him rushed to the hospital. Unfortunately, he died in the early hours of yesterday morning.
The family of the deceased has been informed.
Cheshire Police Detective Inspector Alistair Hinze said: “There do not appear to be any suspicious circumstances surrounding the death.
“A file will prepared for the coroner and our thoughts are with the family at this incredibly difficult time.”
A Creamfields spokesperson said: “We are deeply saddened to hear of this tragic accident. We send our deepest condolences to his loved ones and we continue to work closely with the authorities.”
Creamfields expects approximately 70,000 attendees each day.
This is the second death at a music festival over Bank Holiday weekend. Yesterday it was reported a 17-year-old girl passed away at Leeds festival.
Source: The Scottish Sun