Report: Second Man Found Dead Near V Festival in England

The V Festival in Chelmsford, England.

A second man has reportedly been found dead near the site of the V Festival in Chelmsford, England, according to NME. A 39 year-old was found yesterday in the backyard of a house after a private party near the festival. Early examinations show the man died of head injuries. The police have arrested 10 men between the ages of 23 and 35 on suspicion of murder.

Police have also identified the 22-year old who was found dead earlier at the V Festival. Timothy Brockhurst was discovered unresponsive and not breathing inside a tent at 1 a.m. yesterday morning. Foul play is not suspected in his death.

LMFAO, the Killers, David Guetta, Snow Patrol and the Stone Roses were among the performers at the V Festival. Nicki Minaj withdrew due to strained vocal chords. Frank Ocean was also set to perform, but the singer has canceled many European dates, including his tour with Coldplay. 

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