Woman killed by Storm Doris debris outside Starbucks in Wolverhampton city centre
A woman was killed after being hit by debris while walking past Wolverhampton's Starbucks, as Storm Doris hit the the West Midlands today.
Part of the city centre was sealed off this afternoon after the tragedy, which happened as shoppers went about their business on Dudley Street.
The woman, aged 29, had initially been said to have been sitting outside the coffee shop enjoying a drink with friends.
But this evening, West Midlands Police said she had been walking past when she was struck by 'wooden debris'. Witnesses described it as being 'the size of a coffee table'.
UPDATE: Dead woman named as Wolverhampton University worker Tahnie Martin
UPDATE: Investigations continue as tributes are left to woman killed in city centre
West Midlands Police spokesman Deborah Edmonds said this evening: "Sadly nothing could be done to save her and she was pronounced dead at the scene.
"Officers are now working with emergency service colleagues and Wolverhampton Council to establish how this tragic incident happened.
"The area remains cordoned off while investigations are ongoing.
"The lady's family have been informed and are being supported at this tragic time."
