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Cornwall Man, 24, Dies in Argentina After Severe Allergic Reaction

His family is raising money to bring him home, pledging any surplus to The Natasha Allergy Research Foundation.

Overview

  • Harry James Kitto, 24, from Cornwall died in Buenos Aires on November 7 after a week-long fight following a severe allergic reaction, his family said.
  • The family’s statement on a fundraising page says doctors later confirmed he was brain dead.
  • He had been travelling in Argentina with his girlfriend, identified as Naomi, when the reaction occurred.
  • An online appeal set up during his hospitalisation remains open to cover medical, funeral and repatriation costs to Cornwall.
  • Outlets report differing totals raised—about £31,000 to more than £54,000—with any surplus pledged to The Natasha Allergy Research Foundation.