Man killed in Wolverhampton city centre crash was member of 'university community'
The university said it was deeply saddened by the death and offered its heartfelt condolences to everyone who knew the man
The University of Wolverhampton said it is supporting staff after a member of the “university community” died in a collision in the city centre.
The man, named locally as Wayne, died on Monday evening (July 13) after he was involved in a collision with a car at the junction of Wolverhampton Ring Road and Stafford Street.
Tributes were being left outside the Millennium City Building on Tuesday morning.
The university said it would be offering support to members of staff and offered condolences to everyone who knew the man.
A spokeswoman for the University of Wolverhampton said: “We are deeply saddened by the death of a member of our university community following a road traffic incident in Wolverhampton on Monday evening.
“Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with their family, friends, and colleagues at this incredibly difficult time.
“We are providing support to those members of staff affected by this tragic incident and are focused on supporting our community.”
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