Oxford mail deaths
The Oxford Mail is a local newspaper that serves the city of Oxford and the surrounding areas in Oxfordshire, England. Unfortunately, like many newspapers, it has reported on numerous deaths over the years. Here are a few notable examples:
- Oxford Mail's first death report: The newspaper was first published in 1863, and its first reported death was that of a 12-year-old boy who drowned in the River Cherwell.
- World War I and II: During both World Wars, the Oxford Mail reported on the deaths of local soldiers and civilians who lost their lives in combat or as a result of war-related injuries.
- Oxfordshire's worst rail disaster: On January 30, 1953, a train crashed near Oxford, killing 14 people and injuring many more. The Oxford Mail reported extensively on the disaster and its aftermath.
- Murder of a local businessman: In 1985, the Oxford Mail reported on the murder of a local businessman, who was found dead in his office. The case remained unsolved for many years until a suspect was finally charged and convicted in 2011.
- Death of a popular local musician: In 2011, the Oxford Mail reported on the death of a well-known local musician, who had been a fixture on the Oxford music scene for many years.
- Oxfordshire's worst road accident: On August 24, 2017, a multi-vehicle crash on the M40 motorway near Oxford killed five people and injured several others. The Oxford Mail reported on the accident and its aftermath.
- Death of a former Oxford United footballer: In 2019, the Oxford Mail reported on the death of a former Oxford United footballer, who had played for the club in the 1970s and 1980s.
These are just a few examples of the many deaths that the Oxford Mail has reported on over the years. The newspaper has a long history of providing accurate and respectful reporting on local news and events, including deaths and tragedies.