The man who died at a Basingstoke building site has been named by friends as Scott Grimes.

Emergency services were called to Wiltshire Crescent, off Old Kempshott Lane, yesterday morning to reports of an incident.

The employee was taken to hospital but sadly died a short time later.

Today he has been identified as Scott Grimes, from Aldershot, with devastated friends creating an appeal to support his family through the sudden loss. 

Writing on GoFundMe, Billy Davies put: “Scott was tragically taken from us on the morning of February 15 while at work.

“With the family’s blessing, we are asking for any donations to help cover funeral costs or anything that will help out the family going forward.

“In true Aldershot style, I know we will all come together as one like we have always done to show our love and support for an amazing man.

“Thoughts and love go out to everyone close to Scott at this incredibly sad time.”

Already, the appeal has broken through its £5,000 target with nearly 200 people helping to raise £7,858.

To make a donation, visit here. 

Daily Echo: The building site in Basingstoke where the tragedy occurred The building site in Basingstoke where the tragedy occurred

Paramedics and police officers were called to Wiltshire Crescent at 9.46am on Monday, February 15.

The man was rushed to hospital but was later pronounced dead.

Police officers remained at the site for hours to investigate the circumstances.

The Health and Safety Executive, the government agency responsible for workplace safety and welfare, is now investigating. 

The Gazette has contacted HSE for comment. 

Speaking yesterday, a spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "We were called at 9.46am today (February 15) after a 30-year-old man was found injured on a construction site in Wiltshire Crescent, Basingstoke.

"He was taken to hospital, where he was sadly pronounced dead. His family have been informed and are being supported.

"Officers are in attendance at the site and enquiries are ongoing as to the exact circumstances of his death, in liaison with Health and Safety Executive."

The building site, which is opposite the junction with Chippenham Close, is run by Brymor Construction Group.

Brymor has been contacted for comment.