Family pays tribute to Bridgnorth man killed in Carlsberg factory accident
The family of a man from Bridgnorth who died in an accident at a lager factory have paid tribute to "a lovely, happy family man".
David Chandler, 45, died following an ammonia leak at the Carlsberg factory in Northampton
Mr Chandler, of Hillside Avenue, was married and had two daughters.
In a statement released by Northamptonshire Police, the family said: "David was a happy person, he always had a smile on his face, was always happy to help others and you would never hear anyone say a bad thing about him.
"Married for six years, David leaves behind his beautiful wife Laura and two beautiful daughters Ava, five, and Isabella, nearly two.
"Not only do Laura, Ava and Isabella have to learn to cope with this, but also David's two sisters and father who are left devastated and heartbroken.
"He was an amazing uncle to two little nieces, so the knock on effect is huge.
"This is such a massive thing, this will take a long time to move on from. David was very well known. He was a really lovely, happy family man, with a beautiful family. He was always happy, funny and bright.
"We need to get on as best we can."
Emergency services were called to the brewery in Northampton town centre just after lunchtime on November 10 following reports of an industrial accident.
A total of 22 people, including 11 staff, two police officers and nine firefighters, were all taken to hospital following the incident.
Police are still on location at the factory and are working with the Health and Safety Executive.
Julian Momen, chief executive officer for Carlsberg UK, said: "Our immediate thoughts are with the individual's family, friends and colleagues at this very difficult time and we will support them in every way we can."
