Tragic Death of George Gilbey
A man has been arrested in connection to the death of Gogglebox star George Gilbey, who tragically fell to his death earlier this week.
Details of the Incident
Gilbey died aged 40 in what was initially described as a freak ‘work accident’ in Shoebury, Southend-on-Sea on Wednesday morning. Essex Police have not formally named the Channel 4 star but confirmed they were called to an incident after a man fell from a height and was injured. He died at the scene.
Witness Account
A colleague who was present at the time claimed that Gilbey was on the roof of the warehouse with a harness, and fell 80 feet through a skylight before landing on concrete.
- Witnesses shouted at him to be careful.
- Gilbey insisted he was fine, despite appearing unsteady.
- He fell through a skylight from the outside of the roof.
Arrest and Investigation
Now, a man in his 40s has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter in connection with Gilbey’s tragic death.
- The police statement confirmed the arrest and ongoing joint investigation with the Health and Safety Executive.
Remembering George Gilbey
Gilbey’s death was confirmed by his sister, who expressed her grief on social media. Tributes have poured in from fans and colleagues, including his Gogglebox and Celebrity Big Brother co-stars.
Family’s Devastation
The family, especially his mother Linda, are said to be devastated by the loss.
Final Words
In his last social media posts, Gilbey hinted at returning to a routine and bid farewell to his followers.
Condolences and Privacy
Gogglebox and the entertainment industry mourn the loss of Gilbey, offering their deepest condolences to his family and friends.