A woman who died suddenly at a Belfast city centre nightclub over the weekend has been described as “beautiful inside and out”.
Named locally as Chloe Ferris, she was in her 20s and passed away in the early hours of Sunday after an incident at Lux nightclub.
Emergency services were called at around 2.20am to reports of two women who were unconscious.
A spokesperson from Healy Brothers Funeral Directors confirmed that Ms Ferris — a beauty technician from Belfast — was pronounced dead at the scene.
The other woman, believed to be a friend of Ms Ferris, remains in hospital and is receiving treatment.
A death notice published by the funeral directors said: “The death has occurred of Chloe Ferris, who passed away on 1st December 2024.
“Beloved daughter of Declan and Sharon, much-loved sister of Christopher, Declan, and Barry, cherished aunt, niece, cousin, part of the ‘Sister Squad,’ and friend to many. R.I.P.
“Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
“Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on her soul. Deeply regretted by her heartbroken mother, father, and the entire family circle.”
Lux nightclub
Described as “beautiful inside and out” by those who knew her, many took to social media to express their condolences.
One friend wrote: “The nicest friend with the purest soul. Glad to have been your friend.”
Another commented: “Heartbreaking. Chloe was the most beautiful person, both inside and out.
“Thinking of her friends and family at this very sad time.”
Beauty training academy Enhance Belfast also posted a tribute online: “Absolutely heartbreaking, our lovely student Chloe.
“Sending so much love to her family and friends.”
Ms Ferris’ former primary school, St Clare’s PS in Belfast, expressed their condolences online, adding: “Thinking of one of our past pupils who died suddenly today, Chloe Ferris. Deepest sympathy to her mum, dad, and brothers at this heartbreaking time, from all staff, past and present.”
Sinn Féin councillor for the Court district electoral area, Claire Canavan, addressed the news in a social media post, describing it as “absolutely tragic”.
She wrote: “Devastating news about Chloe Ferris.
“It is absolutely tragic that a young woman has so suddenly lost her life. I want to extend my deepest condolences to the Ferris and Dynes families and friends as they come to terms with this heartbreaking news.”
SDLP councillor Gary McKeown added: “This is terrible news, and my thoughts are with the family and friends of the woman who died. For something like this to happen is tragic, but it is particularly poignant at this time of year.”
Sinn Féin MLA Órlaithí Flynn also added her sympathies.
The west Belfast MLA said: “I am shocked and deeply saddened to learn that a young woman lost her life in the early hours of Sunday morning in Belfast city centre.
“This is an absolute tragedy, and I want to extend my deepest condolences to the woman’s family and friends who have woken today to this unthinkable and heartbreaking news. My thoughts are also with another woman and her loved ones as she remains in hospital today undergoing treatment.
“Police have appealed for anyone who may be able to assist their investigation to contact them.”
A PSNI spokesperson said: “Police enquiries are at a very early stage, and anyone who believes they may have information that could assist can contact police on 101, or submit information online via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport.”