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Bee Sting Claims Life of Isle of Wight Beekeeper

1/5/2026

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  • Alan Ransom, a 55-year-old beekeeper from Godshill, Isle of Wight, died after a bee sting on May 15, 2024.
  • The coroner, Caroline Sumeray, ruled the death as hypoxic ischaemic encephalopathy due to the allergic reaction.
  • Ransom had online presence as The Vectis Beeman and rehomed a swarm of 2,000 bees in 2023.
  • The MHRA has enhanced guidance on recognizing and treating anaphylaxis, emphasizing immediate action.