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Police Called Following Death Of Woman In Her 40s At Festival Campsite

Police were called to the Isle of Wight Festival following a death at the campsite yesterday morning (Thursday).

Police were called at 10.51am to a report of a sudden death.

A woman in her 40s has been confirmed as deceased and her family are aware.

This is not being treated as suspicious and a file will be prepared for the coroner.

An official statement from the Festival said:

"The team at the Isle of Wight Festival are deeply saddened by the passing of a festivalgoer on Thursday morning.

"Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with her family and friends."

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