Scientists Who Help British Government Handle COVID-19 Pandemic Died In Bicycle Accident In Italy

Susannah Boddie. (Source: Facebook/Susnah Boddie)

JAKARTA - A young scientist who helped the British Government deal with the COVID-19 pandemic, died in a bicycle accident in Italy.

Susannah Boddie (27) is the main health data scientist and works as the manager of the health team at Downing Street No. 10, the UK Prime Minister's official office and residence.

He suffered fatal injuries after being knocked off his bicycle while crossing a steep downhill road on the Brescia forest path, Lake Garda, on Saturday morning, citing The National News of the Daily Mail Aug. 13.

The Italian police said their colleagues had provided information, with investigations related to the accident underway.

"Susnah lives a complete life and has achieved many things in her short life," the family said.

"He celebrates more things in his life than you can imagine. He is the most beautiful and kind, always inspiring and caring for others and praised by all his friends."

"He will leave the biggest hole in our family and Rob's family, the couple he loves so much. She is the daughter, sister, grandson, and best friend you can hope for and her memories will continue to inspire us in everything we do," explained the family.

It is known, Boddie is a graduate of Cambridge University who earned a degree in pharmacology, and has a master's degree in systems biology, according to his LinkedIn account.

"Susnah is an extraordinary scientist, an inspiring sportswoman, colleagues and friends loved and admired by those at No. 10 and many others on civil service," said Downing Street spokesperson No.10.

"Our thoughts are with his family at this difficult time," the spokesman continued.