Statement from the University of Northampton

We are now, following consultation with Northamptonshire Police, in a position to be able to name the student who died on New South Bridge Road on Sunday (23 April).

UON Vice Chancellor Anne-Marie Kilday said: “We are heartbroken at the senseless death of Kwabena Osei-Poku. I have heard from Kwabena’s Advertising and Digital Marketing Foundation tutors, who tell me he was working on a project investigating the growth of technological tools used in marketing, and was on the route to succeed in his studies.

“His fellow students and all staff at the University of Northampton are devastated by this news, and once again extend our deepest sympathies to his friends, family and all those who knew him. We will now focus on support for the University community as we try to deal with this tragic loss of life.

Staff, students, and members of the public are encouraged to lay floral tributes to Alfred by the statue near the Engine Shed at Waterside Campus.

A full statement from Northamptonshire Police can be viewed on their website here.

Witnesses or anyone with information about this incident should call Northamptonshire Police on 101. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

You can also submit footage and information via: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/33EM23D93-PO1

Incident number: 23000244815