A 50-year-old man died in Helston, Cornwall, when a tree fell on his caravan during Storm Goretti, prompting tributes for his kindness.
Tributes for James Southey Following His Tragic Death
Tributes have poured in for James Southey, a “gentle giant” who died during Storm Goretti when a tree fell onto his caravan.
James Southey, 50, lived at a farm in Mawgan, near Helston, Cornwall. He has been named locally as the victim.
He tragically passed away on Thursday during a red weather warning for wind.
Family and Community Reactions
His sister, Sam, paid tribute to him online, remembering him as a man “who would do anything for anyone.”
In a social media post, she expressed her devastation: “Absolutely devastated to share the tragic news of the death of my brother James. We are all in shock and struggling to come to terms with this very sad news.”
She added, “Never in a million years do you expect that knock on the door to be for you. He was a gentle giant who would do anything for anyone. We will miss him dearly.”
Sam thanked everyone for their support and kind words.
Official Confirmation and Inquest
The Cornwall coroner’s office confirmed it received a report of James Southey’s death.
An inquest will be opened and adjourned in the coming days, with a full hearing scheduled for a later date.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | James Southey |
| Age | 50 |
| Location | Mawgan, near Helston, Cornwall |
| Date of Incident | Thursday |
| Weather Warning | Red for wind |
| Inquest Status | To be opened and adjourned |
