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Mum died during competition to get as many marshmallows in her mouth as possible

A mum collapsed and died after taking part in a competition to see how many marshmallows she could fit in her mouth.

19 October 2023 · 05:23 UTC

A tragic incident that occurred during a charity event at Beddau Rugby Club near Pontypridd, Wales. A 37-year-old woman named Natalie Louise Buss participated in a competition to see how many marshmallows she could fit into her mouth.

However, following the competition, she collapsed in a corridor and was carried out by people at the rugby club.

Efforts were made to resuscitate her, including CPR, until paramedics arrived. Despite their best efforts, Natalie Louise Buss was pronounced dead at the scene. The provisional cause of death, determined at Royal Glamorgan Hospital on October 16, was not disclosed during the inquest.

The coroner for South Wales Central expressed a belief that her death may have been unnatural in nature and adjourned the inquest for further investigations.

The rugby club and the local community expressed their deep sorrow over the tragic accident and extended condolences to the family and friends of the deceased. Rhondda Cynon Taf Council is also investigating the incident from a health and safety perspective.

Local authorities and the community have been offering their support and condolences to the family and friends of Natalie Louise Buss during this difficult time.