Christian festival 'devastated' as man dies after sign falls
Summary
A sign fell at the Big Church Festival near Steyning in West Sussex, injuring seven people and causing the death of a 41-year-old man. The festival was canceled after the accident, and authorities are investigating the cause.Key Facts
- The incident happened around 3:38 PM BST on Friday at Wiston Park during the Big Church Festival.
- A 41-year-old man from Eastbourne died at the scene after being injured by the falling sign.
- Six other people were also injured by the falling sign.
- The festival started on Friday and was planned to run until Sunday but was canceled after the accident.
- Organizers are cooperating with Sussex Police, emergency services, and the Health and Safety Executive.
- Witnesses reported that a large wooden sign fell near the entrance to a tented area.
- The Big Church Festival is the UK's largest Christian festival, founded in 2009.
- Sussex Police are asking anyone with information about the incident to come forward.
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