Richard Baines, 60, has been pictured for the first time after he was killed when a tree fell on him during Storm Boelo in Scotland. The incident happened at 10.30am while he was walking in Mid Kelton near Castle Douglas in Dumfries and Galloway. He died at the scene.
Victim worked at Logan Botanic Garden
Mr Baines worked as a plant expert at Logan Botanic Garden near Stranraer. Colleagues say he will be "deeply" missed, according to the Daily Record.
Storm Boelo impact
The tragedy occurred yesterday morning during Storm Boelo, which brought strong winds to the region. The death is the latest in a series of incidents linked to the storm, which has caused disruption across parts of Scotland.
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