A coroner has delivered a heartbreaking verdict into the death of an Oasis fan who fell ill during the band's reunion gig in Glasgow this summer. The inquest heard the tragic details of the final moments of 42-year-old father, John O'Regan.
Mr. O'Regan, a dedicated fan who had travelled from his home in Dublin, Ireland, to see the iconic band, was overcome by the extreme temperatures during the performance at the Hampden Park stadium. The medical cause of death was confirmed as hyperthermia – a severe and dangerous rise in body temperature caused by prolonged exposure to heat.
A Final Poignant Gesture
The hearing revealed a profoundly moving detail about Mr. O'Regan's last conscious actions. Despite feeling unwell in the intense crowd, he managed to send a final text message to his partner, simply stating: "I love you." This message was sent shortly before he collapsed at the venue on June 15th.
Emergency services rushed to the scene and he was transported to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. Tragically, despite the best efforts of medical staff, he was pronounced dead a short time later.
Coroner's Conclusion and Family Tribute
Area Coroner, Sean Cummings, recorded a conclusion of misadventure. The inquest acknowledged that the combination of the physical exertion of being in a large crowd and the unusually warm weather conditions were contributing factors in the tragedy.
In a statement, Mr. O'Regan's grieving family paid a touching tribute, describing him as a "devoted father and a lifelong Oasis fan whose passion knew no bounds." They expressed their profound grief and requested privacy as they come to terms with their loss.
The incident has sparked wider conversations about crowd safety and wellbeing at major outdoor music events, particularly during summer heatwaves.
