Worker dies at Tilbury Docks on first day shift

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 14 Oct, 17:02 · Archive

A worker died at Tilbury Docks after arriving to start work on October 13. Emergency services, including Essex and Herts Air Ambulance, attended the scene. The air ambulance reportedly landed near the port's container terminal.

The Port of Tilbury confirmed the death in a statement. A spokesperson said: 'Tragically a team member passed away at the Port of Tilbury yesterday after arriving to start work for the day.' They added: 'Our thoughts are with their family, friends and colleagues at this sad time.'

How it is being reported

• Worker dies after arriving for shift at south Essex portA worker died at Tilbury Docks on October 13 after arriving to start work, Port of Tilbury confirms. Emergency services attended.Colchester Gazette · 14 Oct, 16:20
• Worker dies after arriving for shift at south Essex portA worker died at Tilbury Docks on October 13 after arriving to start work, Port of Tilbury confirms. Emergency services attended.Echo (Basildon) · 14 Oct, 16:20

In this story: Tilbury Docks · Port of Tilbury · Essex and Herts Air Ambulance

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