Man, aged 30, who was in a bin in Northampton town centre and died after being crushed by lorry is named
A man who was in a bin in Northampton town centre and died after being crushed by a bin lorry has been named.
An inquest has opened into the death of a man who was seriously injured after being in an industrial bin that was collected by a lorry in Wellington Street in the early hours of Friday, October 31.
At a short hearing at The Guildhall in Northampton on Wednesday morning (November 19), senior coroner Anne Pember confirmed Sajmir Beca, 30, later died at University Hospital Coventry on November 6.
The coroner confirmed the medical cause of Mr Beca’s death as multiple organ failure due to multiple crush injuries to the pelvis and lower limbs.
The coroner adjourned the full inquest until April 29, where statements from Mr Beca’s brother and from police will be heard.
The incident happened in a quiet area of Wellington Street just after 3am on Friday, October 31, according to police, where the man had been in an industrial bin.
In a video being circulated on social media – which the Chronicle & Echo has seen but chosen not to publish – the man can be seen in the back of a bin lorry.
A Northamptonshire Police spokeswoman said: “Police officers were called to an incident involving a bin lorry in Wellington Street, Northampton, just after 3am on October 31.
“Sadly, a man sustained serious injuries as a result and died in hospital on November 6.
“There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death and we have prepared a report for the coroner. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time.”
Waste contractor Veolia – which manages commercial bins in the town – said it was ‘deeply saddened’ by the incident.
A Veolia spokesperson said: “We are deeply saddened by this incident which has tragically resulted in the loss of a life.
"Our heartfelt thoughts and condolences are with the loved ones of the person who has passed away.
“Our driver acted quickly at the scene and we will continue to support them. We have fully cooperated with the police during their investigation.
"Sadly, in the winter months we see an increase in the number of people taking shelter in bins. We will continue to work with colleagues and clients to raise awareness of this."
Editor’s note: This article has been amended to remove a reference to Mr Beca ‘sleeping’ in the commercial bin. In the initial coverage of the death of Mr Beca in Northampton, the Chronicle & Echo reported that Mr Beca was homeless. This was based on information available at the time. Following an approach to the newspaper that this was not the case, all references were removed from our articles. We have been asked to make clear that Mr Beca was not homeless and had a permanent residence and a strong, supportive family network. We are happy to make this clarification and apologise for any upset caused.