Prince Albert II mourns cousin Antoine de Massy, 29
By Zak Jackson, MonacoViews Editorial
Antoine de Massy, 29, a keen tennis enthusiast and member of Monaco's extended Princely Family, has died in Monaco, with Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene paying tribute.
Antoine de Massy, a member of Monaco's extended Princely Family, has died aged 29. The body was discovered in a garden in Monaco on Sunday evening, 25 October, with authorities moving swiftly to launch an investigation. By Monday morning, one person had been arrested and placed in police custody, though authorities have not confirmed whether the individual is a suspect or a witness holding relevant information.
Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene have issued a tribute following the death. The Princely Palace announced the news on Monday, 26 October, expressing the couple's sadness at the loss and their support for his family during this difficult time. Antoine belonged to the extended Grimaldi family network through the Massy branch, which traces connections through Princess Antoinette, Prince Albert II's aunt.
Antooine was known to be a keen tennis enthusiast. The Sûreté Publique has not released further details regarding the specific location within the Principality or the nature of the ongoing investigation at this stage.