The former director of the Reims Opera (Marne) died in the fire which broke out at his home on Saturday April 27, 2024. Serge Gaymard was appointed director of the Opera in 1999 before to retire in September 2023, reports The union . He was 68 years old.
The fire apparently started in his house on rue Jacquard, specifies France Bleu Champagne-Ardenne . For the moment, the criminal hypothesis seems to be ruled out. According to law enforcement, the accident could be linked to a cigarette.
An autopsy must take place
If this avenue seems favored for the moment, the Reims public prosecutor nevertheless clarified that an autopsy would take place. An investigation aimed at determining the precise causes of death has also been opened. On social networks, elected officials reacted. The mayor of the city, Arnaud Robinet, paid tribute to a “man of extreme intelligence” who contributed to “cultural influence of the city”.
Relayed by our colleagues from The unionthe municipal council Mario Rossi for his part described the victim as someone “delicate, very kind and helped to bring people together”. Saying they were shocked by this announcement, the team at the Opéra de Reims wanted to send their condolences to the family of Serge Gaymard.
