DJ Hazel dead: Police launch investigation over 'mysterious' death aged 44

Music star DJ Hazel has been found dead at the age of 44. The musician, real name Michał Orzechowski, was found dead in a car in Poland yesterday.

The cause of death is unclear, which has prompted a police investigation due to the "mysterious circumstances". He was found near Skępe, Lipno County on May 7, according to reports from TVP3 Bydgoszcz.

Police spokeswoman Małgorzata Małkińska confirmed when the DJ's body was discovered and told the authorities are attempting to clarify the situation.

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DJ Hazel was a key figure in the electronic music scene across Europe since launching his career back in 1998. He even got the nickname of 'Fastest Hands of Europe' thanks to his skills.

The musician also won the title of European Vice-Champion at the European DJ Championships held in Germany. Tributes have poured in for the star as fans paid respects to the late artist.

DJ Hazel's fiancée Zosia shared a heartbreaking message alongside a photo of them together. In a post translated from Polish, she wrote: "Yessss music brought us together.... this was Our one of many favorites.

"My sweet friend ...My sweet fiance ....My partner in crime.....Our home heroes .... No one and nothing is and will ever be able to replace you."

She added: "In one second you made my heart beat faster after years and in one second it was shattered into a million pieces that could never be put back together. I don't say goodbye to you, my dear Bear, you just wait for me. I love you with all my broken heart !!! How am I supposed to cope without you."

Polish DJ Pawbeats said: "DJ Hazel is dead, I can’t believe it. Michał was one of the first who wasn’t afraid of totally 'unacceptable' combinations for those times, like playing “Weź piórkę” with Pawbeats Orchestra at Przystanek Woodstock.

"Thank you for the most famous bubble in Poland, for those 15 bubbles, for being a total dude with an inimitable distance and a mine of anecdotes at every meeting in Bydgoszcz (and not only). My heart breaks."

DJ C-Bool added: "Michael … DJ Hazel I can’t believe this… why? So long, my friend… Farewell Legend! I’ll remember you in this picture. Condolences to all the family."

Another shared: "My heart breaks at the news of the death of DJ Hazel- a true Polish patriot. His music was amazing, full of energy and passion. My condolences to his family and loved ones. Rest in peace Hazel. Your music will never die."

Someone else commented: "DJ Hazel, a Pole, a legend, has died. He should be in national mourning." A fan wrote: "Sad news spreads that DJ Hazel, a legend of Polish clubbing, has died #djhazel #clubbing #smutne."

One other person shared: "The saddest party in Poland. DJ Hazel, aka Michał Orzechowski, has died. Thanks for all the parties played in Łódź. We express our condolences to the family and loved ones."

DJ Hazel played at hundreds of club events over the years and collaborated with various Polish artists. He was best known for his techno, electro house, progressive house, trance, hard trance and hardstyle music.

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