Man dies after tree falls on car in Finchley
James Abiwon, 29, was killed by a falling tree during Storm Boelo on Dollis Road.
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James Abiwon, aged 29, died on Sunday, October 25, after a tree fell onto his car during Storm Boelo. The incident took place on Dollis Road in Finchley, at the intersection with Abercon Road. Emergency services attended the scene, and Mr Abiwon was pronounced dead.
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Barnet Council has stated that the tree which fell was not its responsibility to maintain. A council spokesperson explained that the tree was located within the grounds of St Mary's Primary School. The council is providing support to the school as it leads the investigation into the incident.
Chief Inspector Guy Ellwood of the Met Police's north-west command unit confirmed that the police will cooperate with the local authority and the coroner to determine the circumstances of the event. Flowers and messages have been left at the scene on Dollis Road in memory of Mr Abiwon.
Mr Abiwon, who grew up in north west London, was weeks away from his 30th birthday. His cousin, Austin Okolo, described him as a "good person" who brought joy. Loved ones are planning to proceed with a fundraising event Mr Abiwon had intended to organise for his birthday, with proceeds going to his family.
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+When and where did the fatal tree fall occur?
The incident happened on Sunday, October 25, during Storm Boelo. A tree fell on James Abiwon's car on Dollis Road in Finchley, near the junction with Abercon Road.
+Who is responsible for the tree's maintenance?
Barnet Council has stated that the tree was on the grounds of St Mary's Primary School and its maintenance was not the council's responsibility. The school is leading the investigation.
+What is being done to investigate the incident?
St Mary's Primary School is leading the investigation into the tree fall, with support from Barnet Council. The Met Police will also work with the local authority and the coroner to establish the circumstances.
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