Tributes pour in for man, 25, after he suffered a medical emergency and died at a campsite - as police continue to quiz three men

Published: 20:02, 20 July 2026 | Updated: 20:18, 20 July 2026 A man who died at a Welsh campsite by Britain's largest agricultural show has been described as a 'huge loss' to his family after police arrested three men in connection with his death. Dewi Aeron Evans, 25, died after medics were called at around 10.30pm on Saturday. Three men were arrested on suspicion of drug-related offences at the campsite next to the Royal Welsh showground at Llanelwedd, near Builth Wells, Powys. Mr Evans's family said his death was a 'huge loss' and called him a 'beloved and dear son, brother and grandson'. 'The family and community would appreciate privacy at this difficult time,' a statement added. Mr Evans died at Penmaenau Farm Camping, one of the largest campsites used by visitors to the Royal Welsh Show, an agricultural event attracting around 200,000 visitors each year, including King Charles and his wife. Dyfed-Powys Police said its officers were called to the campsite on Saturday evening after reports of a medical emergency and Mr Evans was pronounced dead at the scene. A police spokeswoman said: 'Dyfed-Powys Police attended to a report of a medical emergency at Penmaenau Farm, Llanelwedd at around 10.30pm on Saturday, July 18. Dewi Aeron Evans died at a campsite near the Royal Welsh Show on Saturday, after which three men were arrested on suspicion of drug-related offences 'Despite the best efforts of paramedics, a 25-year-old man was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. 'His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers. 'Three men have been arrested on suspicion of drug-related offences and remain in custody. 'A police presence remains at the scene while enquiries continue.' Temporary chief superintendent Steve Davies said: 'This is a tragic incident, and our thoughts remain with the young man's family at this difficult time. 'I would like to reassure the public that this is an isolated incident, and the death is currently being treated as unexplained. 'There is no evidence of any ongoing risk to the wider public in connection with this sad incident.' Mr Evans died at Penmaenau Farm in Llanelwedd, Wales, a campsite used by thousands attending the show each year The Royal Welsh Show said: 'We are deeply saddened by this tragic news, and our thoughts are with the young man's family and friends, and with everyone affected by this incident. We will continue to support Dyfed-Powys Police as their enquiries continue.' Organisers added: 'The safety and wellbeing of everyone attending the event remains our priority. We are working closely as members of the Builth Wells Event Safety Group, which has extensive measures in place, including welfare and support services, medical provision and safety initiatives. 'We want everyone attending to feel supported and to have a safe and enjoyable time.' The caravan park, which is used by thousands of show visitors each year, remains open as normal. Site bosses reassured visitors it was an isolated medical emergency and said the safety and wellbeing of their guests was their highest priority.