British MH17 victim 'happy-go-lucky' character
Ben Pocock who is one of the ten Britons who died in MH17 plane crash is described by a friend as "nicest, kindest, character, you're ever likely to meet". The student from Bristol was among the passengers on the plane which crashed in Ukraine. Ben Pocock, who was studying at Loughborough University, had just completed the second year of his International Business degree. The university said its "thoughts and sincere condolences" were with the family and offered its support. Mr Pocock had been flying to Australia to begin a professional placement and study at the University of Western Australia as part of the third year of his degree course. James Hall played cricket with Ben and described the death as a "bolt from the blue".
This was first broadcast on the Stephen Nolan show on 18th July 2014
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