A father and his teenage son have come forward with harrowing claims that they were spiked during the Boardmasters festival in Cornwall, leaving them fearing they might die. The organisers, however, have firmly denied any such incidents took place at the event.
The Terrifying Ordeal
The pair, who attended the popular music festival, reported experiencing severe symptoms consistent with drink or drug spiking. The father described feeling disoriented and violently ill, while his son collapsed and required medical attention.
"We genuinely thought we were going to die," the shaken father told reporters. "The symptoms came on suddenly and were absolutely terrifying."
Festival Organisers Respond
Boardmasters organisers released a statement insisting that no verified spiking incidents were reported during the festival. They emphasised their commitment to attendee safety, highlighting the presence of medical teams and security personnel throughout the event.
"We take all reports of this nature extremely seriously," a spokesperson said. "Our records show no confirmed cases of spiking, but we continue to encourage anyone with concerns to come forward."
Growing Concerns About Festival Safety
This incident comes amid rising national concerns about drink and drug spiking at UK music festivals. Experts are calling for:
- Improved security measures
- Better education about spiking risks
- More accessible testing facilities
- Clearer reporting procedures
Local authorities have urged festival-goers to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity immediately.
