Rainbow Serpent Issue Statement On Death

Following on from yesterday's news of a death of 34-year-old Daniel Buccianti at Victoria's Rainbow Serpent Festival 2012, as reported in The Courier, festival organisers have issued an official statement regarding the tragedy:

“Everyone at Rainbow Serpent Festival is saddened by the tragic loss of life over the weekend and our thoughts and condolences go out to the deceased’s family and friends. As yet the cause of death has not been confirmed and we have assisted the police and coroner with their investigations and await their findings.

The festival has a significant positive lifestyle program which aims to empower patrons to achieve happiness and fulfillment in their lives and we discourage patrons from engaging in any activity that may put themselves or others at risk. Cars are searched by security as they enter the property and any prohibited items are confiscated.

Rainbow Serpent Festival considers the safety and care of our patrons of utmost importance. Highly trained first aid and medical professionals are on duty throughout the festival. We work together with Police and other authorities to ensure that the environment we provide is as safe as possible.”

Festival organisers have urged us not to jump to conlusions surrounding the cause of his death, though in The Courier's coverage, this is what Daniel Buccianti is reported to have said in a phone call to his mother:

"Mum, I have taken some very bad acid and everything is very odd here."

Come to your own conclusion.

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