One Dead After Sign Falls at UK Christian Festival
A large sign fell at a Christian festival in England. This happened near Steyning in West Sussex on Friday afternoon.
One man died and six others were injured. The man was 41 years old and from Eastbourne, East Sussex.
He was pronounced dead at the scene. Six other people were taken to hospital.
The festival was paused then canceled for the rest of the weekend. Safety officials and local authorities were told about the incident.
Police are asking for witnesses and video footage. The cause of the sign's collapse is still under investigation.
Big Church Festival started in 2009. Organizers call it the UK's biggest Christian festival. Thousands of people were attending.
Klear Note — Big Church Festival began in 2009 and attracts thousands of attendees.
Key Terms 2
- Steyning A small town in West Sussex, England.
- Big Church Festival A large yearly Christian music festival held in the UK.