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Coventry Professor Harry Matlay, 73, Dies After Walsgrave Road Collision

Police are appealing for witnesses to assist an ongoing Serious Collision Investigation Unit inquiry.

Overview

  • Professor Matlay was struck while walking near the junction of Walsgrave Road and Grantham Street just before 2pm on January 2.
  • He sustained head injuries, was taken to University Hospital Coventry, and died in the early hours of January 7.
  • The driver remained at the scene and is assisting with enquiries, according to West Midlands Police.
  • Detectives urge anyone with information or dashcam footage to call 101 and quote log 2368 of January 2.
  • His family paid tribute, describing him as greatly loved, and noted his roles at business schools in Birmingham, Warwick and the University of the West of Scotland.