Overview
- A man identified by police as Curtis, 29, died after a fall from the fifth floor of the Translational Research Hub in Cathays on Friday and was pronounced dead at the scene.
- South Wales Police say there are currently no suspicious circumstances, with next of kin and the HM Coroner informed and formal identification pending.
- Vice-Chancellor Wendy Larner called the death tragic and described Curtis as a highly regarded young academic and a much liked colleague.
- Line manager Professor Peter Smowton paid tribute, remembering Curtis as kind and considerate and a truly talented physicist.
- Curtis’ family described him as a beloved son and brother and requested privacy, while the university urged staff and students to seek wellbeing support, including confidential services such as the Samaritans.