Workman dies following wall collapse surrounding University of Bristol accommodation

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By Cerys Larsen, News Subeditor

An investigation is underway after a man tragically died whilst at work when a wall collapsed onto the pavement on Parrys Lane in the Stoke Bishop area.

The incident occurred on 4th September near Will’s Hall, a University of Bristol student residence. Emergency services were called and arrived at the scene at around 12:50 PM. 

Ambulance staff contacted the Avon and Somerset police who have since released this statement:

‘The man sadly died while at work and we are therefore liaising with the Health & Safety Executive and together, carrying out enquiries in the incident’.

A spokesperson from the University of Bristol has stated:

‘Our thoughts are with all those affected by the tragic accident’ and announced that the university is ‘working with the relevant authorities’.

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