Steven Harper, a 38-year-old Scottish cyclist who disappeared in Monaco last November, has been officially declared deceased in Italy, have a look at his cause of death
Harper, an avid cyclist and father of two, set out from Dundee with the goal of biking to India but faced a tragic end during his journey.
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While attempting to cycle the Mediterranean route from Dundee to India, 38 year old Harper encountered difficulties. It was reported that he fell ill after consuming wild mushrooms he had foraged near Roquebrune-Cap-Martin.
Tragically, he is believed to have suffered a fatal fall from a cliff near Ventimiglia, a few miles from the French-Italian border. Concerns arose in December when Harper failed to maintain contact with family and friends for about a month.
Alarming text messages about his health prompted his older brother, Dale, 40, to travel to the south of France in November to investigate. Dale learned of Steven’s death in late December, discovering that his body had been kept in a local morgue in Sanremo.
The circumstances surrounding Steven’s death became clearer through subsequent information. On November 23, 2023, just an hour after informing his sister-in-law that he was unwell, Steven fell from a cliff in Ventimiglia.
Italian authorities, alerted by nearby workers at a construction site, provided initial assistance until a helicopter transported him to a hospital. Despite efforts, Steven, aged 28, was pronounced dead shortly after arriving at the hospital.
Steven’s Brother Announced The Tragic News
Dale expressed concerns that Steven may have ingested a dangerous mushroom, especially after his brother had been robbed of his bike and belongings in Nice.
38-Year-Old British Cyclist's Falls over a Cliff in Italy after consuming 'Wild Mushrooms'
Steven Harper, 38, was on a cycling trip from Dundee to India but his family raised the alarm in December after he was not in contact for nearly a month.
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While awaiting the toxicology report, Dale stated on social media that Steven’s death was attributed to a cliff fall, possibly due to disorientation caused by mushroom toxins. He emphasized that it was a tragic mistake with no malice involved.
On January 21, 2024, Dale shared the heartbreaking news on Facebook, expressing pride in Steven pursuing his passion but conveying deep sorrow at his loss.
Condolences from around the globe poured in, and the family, profoundly affected, received support from the Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office.
In a statement, a spokesperson from the office mentioned providing assistance to the family of the British national who died in Italy. Dale conveyed the family’s devastation, emphasizing Steven’s free-spirited attitude and the global impact of his untimely death.
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