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Amazon delivery driver killed in Beckton crash is named

Paulius Zubernis died after a crash in Beckton <i>(Image: NQ)</i>
Paulius Zubernis died after a crash in Beckton (Image: NQ)
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An Amazon delivery driver was killed in a crash in Beckton, an inquest heard. 

Paulius Zubernis, 21, of Dockland Street in North Woolwich, died on August 5 following a collision in Royal Docks Road. 

Coroner’s officer Jean Smyth said Mr Zubernis was riding a motorcycle at 11.13am when he collided with the central reservation. 

An air ambulance attended and Mr Zubernis was taken to Royal London Hospital where he died four hours later despite the efforts of medical professionals. 

A post-mortem gave his cause of death as multiple injuries. 

Coroner Nadia Persaud said: “I’m satisfied on those facts that this death happened in circumstances that require an inquest.” 

She asked for background information about Mr Zubernis as well as a copy of the Met Police forensic collision investigator report. 

A colleague said: “This was only 18 days after his 21st birthday. He was a diligent and honest worker who had been with us for eight months with no issue.” 

Mr Zubernis was described as a "beloved son, brother and much-loved friend and colleague".

The fundraising page said: “Any donation will be greatly appreciated by the family in support of getting Paulius back to the family chosen final resting place.” 

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