Gloucestershire Woman Among Four Britons Who Died After Severe Illness on Cape Verde Holiday
Thursday, February 5, 2026
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TUI has issued a statement following the tragic deaths of four British holidaymakers who became seriously ill while visiting Cape Verde, a tropical island destination off the coast of West Africa. Their grieving families are now seeking compensation and answers.
Among the deceased is Karen Pooley, 64, from Gloucestershire, alongside Elena Walsh, 64, from Birmingham, Mark Ashley from Bedfordshire, and a 56-year-old man. These four individuals died within a four-month span last year after falling severely ill during their trips to Cape Verde.