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Connor Lynch & Michelle Cullen

Man dies after 'falling from bonfire' in Co Antrim

A man has died after he "fell from a bonfire" in Co Antrim on Friday night.

Emergency services rushed to the scene at the Antiville bonfire off Linn Road in Larne following reports that a man in his 30s had fallen from the bonfire.

The local community have been left in shock after the tragic death.

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Craigyhill Presbyterian Church Minister Ben Preston said: "Just home from the Antiville bonfire in front of the church, the scene of a tragic death this evening," reports Belfast Live.

"As a church, our deepest condolences are with the family and community of Antiville and Craigyhill. Our thanks go to the Ambulance Service, PSNI, and Fire & Rescue Service for their work tonight.

"Let us remember Psalm 23 'Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.'

"Flowers can be left on our church fence, you'll be welcome to join us for worship at 11am, and in the afternoon, we'll open a drop-in for the community to come and chat or pray or just have a cup of tea. We'll be here for you tomorrow."

People across Northern Ireland have sent their condolences to the grieving community in Larne.

Tagit Tullycarnet in East Belfast said: "Heartfelt sympathy sent to the families of a Bonfire builder in Larne (Antiville Bonfire) who has tragically passed away last night at the bonfire. So sad."

While those from the Old Mossley Community Bonfire in Newtownabbey said: "Old mossley bonfire would like to pass on its deepest sympathy to the family of a fellow bonfire builder in Larne after the unfortunate tragedy that happened tonight in the Antiville estate in Larne.

"Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this time.

"Please be aware that if you are building or attending a bonfire they are dangerous. Please ensure that you are building them in a safe way as possible and/or be aware of how close you are standing as it's lit. We have unfortunately already lost one life too soon, we do not need another."

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