The father of Antoine de Massy has spoken publicly for the first time since his 29-year-old son was found dead in Monaco, firmly rejecting suggestions that the death was accidental or self-inflicted.
Baron Christian de Massy, a first cousin of His Serene Highness Prince Albert II, addressed the circumstances surrounding his son’s death in an interview with Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera, as the criminal investigation continues.
Asked about the possibility of an accident or suicide, he responded: “It was neither an accident nor suicide, nothing of the sort, but I cannot talk about it now because the investigation is ongoing.”
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Antoine was discovered dead in Monaco’s Larvotto district on October 25, prompting a police investigation into the circumstances of his death.
A 42-year-old man has since been charged with involuntary manslaughter and failing to assist a person in danger. The proceedings remain ongoing, and the allegations have yet to be determined by a court.
The case has attracted considerable attention in the Principality because of Antoine’s family connections and the circumstances surrounding his death.
His funeral is scheduled to take place at Monaco Cathedral on Wednesday, November 4, as his family prepares to say goodbye while investigators continue their work.
