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15 Nov 2015

Paris attacks: first British victim named as Nick Alexander

The family of Nick Alexander, the first British victim of the Paris attacks to be named, pay tribute to him. He was one of at least 89 people killed in the massacre at the Bataclan concert venue.

The 36-year-old from Colchester died at the Bataclan concert hall where he was selling merchandise for the band Eagles of Death Metal. He was selling merchandise when several gunmen opened fire, killing at least 89 people.

In a statement his family said: “Nick was not just our brother, son and uncle, he was everyone’s best friend – generous, funny and fiercely loyal.

“Nick died doing the job he loved and we take great comfort in knowing how much he was cherished by his friends around the world. Thank you for your thoughts and respect for our family at this difficult time. Peace and light.”

In the confusion after the massacre, his girlfriend in America Polina Buckley pleaded for information on social media.

After confirmation of his death she posted pictures of the pair on Twitter, writing: “You are and always will be the love of my life, Nick Alexander”, and “Sleep tight, my sweet prince, Nick Alexander”.

A fund has been setup in memory of Mr Alexander, to help his family and friends affected by the killings.

A witness in the Bataclan said one of the gunmen shouted “Allahu Akbar” and said “This is for Syria”. Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the attacks.

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