HSE to take lead of investigation into death of five workers at Birmingham recycling plant

Five workers aged between 40 and 56 were killed when a wall collapsed on them at the site in the Nechells area of the city.

 Geoffrey Brown, principal inspector leading the investigation, said: “This remains a criminal investigation into the five deaths. We will be considering whether there were any breaches of health and safety law relevant to the circumstances of this tragic event.

“HSE’s thoughts remain with the families of those who lost loved ones that day. We will of course keep the families updated as our investigation continues.”