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Man Becomes Seventh British Tourist to Die After Falling Ill in Cape Verde
At least seven British tourists have died since January 2023, with over 1,700 UK visitors reporting illness linked to shigella found in irrigation water and produce, lawyers say.
- A County Durham man in his 50s died on November 2, 2025, after a week-long stay at the Riu Palace Santa Maria in Sal, becoming the seventh British national to die following illness in Cape Verde since 2023.
- Two days into his TUI-booked holiday last August, the father began experiencing severe diarrhea and vomiting; his condition persisted for 12 weeks after returning home, ultimately leading to multi-organ failure.
- Cape Verde authorities confirmed shigella bacteria in irrigation water and fresh produce after testing 156 samples on Sal and Boa Vista, prompting officials to issue disinfection guidance to local businesses.
- Specialist solicitor Jatinder Paul at Irwin Mitchell now represents the family and over 1,700 other British tourists who fell ill in Cape Verde since 2022, urging travelers to "ensure they eat fully cooked, steaming hot meals."
- His wife, stating "We're still in complete shock," warned that families must be aware of issues hundreds of holidaymakers face in Cape Verde, aiming to prevent others from experiencing similar traumatic events.
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British tourist dies on £6k Cape Verde holiday as wife notices 'change'
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Gloucestershire Live
Devon LiveAnother tourist dies after Cape Verde trip following South West death
A man in his 50s has become the seventh British tourist to die since January 2023 following gastric illness in Cape Verde. He fell ill during an all-inclusive stay at Riu Palace Santa Maria
Birmingham Mail
Express & StarSeventh British tourist dies in Cape Verde after gastric illness
A man in his 50s has died after falling ill during a week-long stay at the five-star Riu Palace Santa Maria on the island of Sal, becoming the seventh British tourist to die in Cape Verde following gastric illness since 2023
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