2006 Dreamspace V Incident

On 23 July 2006, unexpected wind gusts loosened the inflatable structure from its moorings, causing the art piece to lift into the air.

Durham police and the Health and Safety Executive created a joint investigation into the incident.

Agis was charged with manslaughter for the deaths of Furmedge and Collings, but the jury was discharged after being unable to make a verdict.

[6] In 2011, a High Court judge ruled that the event organizer, a company named Brouhaha, and Chester-le-Street District Council were culpable for the damages.

[3][7] Although the exact amount of compensation was not detailed to the public, Brouhaha was ordered to pay 55% of the compensatory damages and the Council 45%.