Man dies by Storm Goretti weather chaos as caravan crushed by tree in 99mph wind

A man was found dead after a tree fell onto a caravan as Storm Goretti brought 99mph winds to the South West on Thursday

A man has been found dead after a tree fell on to a caravan in the Mawgan area of Helston on Thursday evening, Devon and Cornwall Police said.

The force said: "Emergency services were called to the Mawgan area of Helston at around 7.35pm on Thursday 8 January after a tree fell onto a caravan.

"Work took place at the scene on Friday 9 January to safely remove the tree and make further enquiries at the scene.

"Tragically, a man aged in his 50s was located deceased within the caravan. His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by officers.

"The death is not being treated as suspicious, and a file will be prepared for the coroner."

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