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Tragic Illness Claims Lives of Four British Tourists
2/2/2026
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Story summary
- Four British tourists died from severe gastric illnesses while on holiday in Cape Verde.
- The deceased are Mark Ashley, 55, Elena Walsh, 64, Karen Pooley, 64, and a 56-year-old man.
- Six Britons have died since January 2023.
- Irwin Mitchell represents the families in personal injury claims against Tui.
- Emma, Ashley's wife, said her family is in "complete shock" over his death.
