Tributes paid to woman killed by Storm Doris debris
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The scene in Wolverhampton city center after a woman died when she was hit by a piece of roof the "size of a coffee table
Tributes have been paid to a woman killed in Wolverhampton after being struck by flying debris caused by Storm Doris.
Tahnie Martin, 29, who worked at the University of Wolverhampton, died at the scene from head injuries after being struck by a large piece of wooden roofing while walking past a Starbucks cafe in the city centre, West Midlands Police said.
The university’s vice-chancellor, Professor Geoff Layer, said: “We are all deeply saddened by this tragic loss.
“During Tahnie’s short time at the university, she made a real impact both in a professional and personal capacity. She became a very popular member of the team and was highly valued.”
Detective Inspector Paul Joyce said: “We are still trying to ascertain who the building belongs to and whether there is any criminal liability.”
