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Tourist dies at Frank Lloyd Wright landmark
Tourist killed by weather-related accident at Taliesin West.
In brief
Tourist killed by weather-related accident at Taliesin West. A tourist visiting Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West was fatally struck by roofing material during strong winds. Originally reported by Fox News.
Tourist killed at Taliesin West
A tourist was killed in a weather-related accident at Taliesin West in Arizona.
Rogério Renato Mateucci
Rogério Renato Mateucci, 55, was killed when strong winds blew roofing material into his head.
Mateucci's background
Mateucci was rector of the Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná in Brazil and loved art and architecture.
Taliesin West closed
Taliesin West, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, closed to the public until further notice.
Scottsdale Police response
Scottsdale Police confirmed no foul play and the incident was weather-related.
University reaction
The university canceled classes at three campuses and suspended administrative operations.
What matters most
A tourist visiting Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West was fatally struck by roofing material during strong winds.
