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Carl Lundstrom, known for his controversial history and financial backing of the notorious Pirate Bay, died at 64 in an aviation accident while flying over Slovenia.
Carl Lundstrom, a prominent figure known for financing the infamous file-sharing service Pirate Bay, tragically passed away on Monday during a small plane crash in northern Slovenia. He was 64 years old and was the sole occupant of the Mooney M20 aircraft, which he piloted from Zagreb, Croatia to Zurich, Switzerland, according to a statement released by Alternative for Sweden, the far-right party he supported.Witness accounts indicated that air traffic controllers lost track of the plane in the challenging mountainous area of Velika Planina, where rescuers faced considerable difficulties due to severe weather. Authorities had to employ a gondola and then trek on foot to reach the remote crash site. They discovered the wreckage entangled in a wooden hut, severely damaged in the collision. Following the recovery operations, a body was located amidst the debris, although the exact cause of the crash remains unclear.Lundstrom was not only a financier but also a grandchild of the founder of the revered Swedish crisp bread brand, Wasabröd, making him an heir to a significant family fortune, as reported by Swedish media outlets. Beyond his business ventures, he was also noted for his far-right political affiliations, including an unsuccessful bid for public office in the past. His involvement with the Pirate Bay, notorious for its impact on copyright law and digital media, further added to his controversial legacy.
