Former First Minister's sudden collapse
A shocking incident unfolded at a conference in North Macedonia where former Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond, 69, collapsed while having lunch in a crowded room. Witness Mark Donfried revealed that Salmond was assisting his colleague in opening a bottle of ketchup when he suddenly fell back in his chair.
Witness account
Mark Donfried recounted the events leading up to the tragic incident, stating that Salmond's colleague Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh requested his help in opening the ketchup bottle. Without any warning, Salmond collapsed while assisting her, leaving those present in disbelief.
Cause of death
The Alba party, which Salmond helped establish after his time as SNP leader, confirmed that a post-mortem examination indicated he passed away due to a heart attack. Efforts are being made by both the Scottish and UK governments to repatriate his body following the sudden and unexpected loss.
