Pastor Dies After Sign Structure Collapse at West Sussex Festival
A pastor, identified as 41-year-old Robert Guanco from Eastbourne, died in southern England following the collapse of a large sign structure at the Big Church Festival in West Sussex.
Cleveland Akron, OH, August 30, 2026 — A tragic incident occurred at the Big Church Festival in West Sussex, where a pastor lost his life after a large sign structure collapsed. The victim has been identified as 41-year-old Robert Guanco, who resided in Eastbourne. The collapse took place in southern England during the festival.
The circumstances surrounding the collapse of the sign structure are not detailed in the available information. It is unclear if any other individuals were injured or affected by the incident. The specific date of the event has not been provided.
Robert Guanco, a pastor, was pronounced deceased at the scene. Further details regarding the investigation into the cause of the structural failure, the nature of the sign, or the festival’s operating procedures are not presently available.
Officials from the Big Church Festival and relevant authorities have not yet released comprehensive statements regarding the incident or the subsequent steps being taken. Information concerning any potential investigations, safety reviews, or permits related to the festival’s structures has not been disclosed.
The community is awaiting further information as investigations, if any, proceed. The event was held in West Sussex, a region in southern England.
Story summarized from the original created by Chris Pugh, Advance Local Express Desk on www.cleveland.com, see more information here.
