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Mr Ortega died from his injuries two days after the attack
An Elizabeth line worker who died after being attacked at an east London station was “the most loving person”, his family has said.
Jorge Ortega, 61, was taken to hospital with serious head injuries after British Transport Police (BTP) officers were called to Ilford station at about 20: 50 GMT on Wednesday to reports of a serious assault. He died on Friday.
In a post on X, prime minister Sir Keir Starmer called Mr Ortega’s death “absolutely tragic news” and added “nobody should have to face any violence at work – and certainly not something as shocking as this”.
Ayodele Jamgbadi, 28, of Kingston Road, Ilford, was charged with grievous bodily harm in connection with the incident.
‘Amazing family man’
In a family tribute, Mr Ortega was described as “the kindest soul you could have the pleasure of meeting”.
It added: “Everyone who has met our Dad or who has ever worked with him over the years will tell you this.
“He was an amazing family man and would always put other people first. He loved his grandchildren, and in turn, they adored our Dad.
“He was totally devoted to our Mum and loved her beyond what words can describe.
“Having been together for over 38 years, he is an example of what a great man should be like and a role model that we highly look up to.
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