Overview

• The 37-year-old reenactor from Horsham remains in serious condition at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton after suffering a head wound during the June 29 demonstration.
• Authorities have classified the sword penetration through his helmet visor as an accident and are providing support to the injured man’s family.
• Detective Inspector Barry Chandler says the opponent and event organizers are fully cooperating with inquiries into how the injury occurred.
• Police are appealing to the large crowd of spectators, including children, to share any photographs or videos that captured the moment of impact.
• The incident at the National Trust’s Bodiam Castle highlights ongoing safety challenges in medieval combat reenactments despite the use of period-accurate armour and weapons.