Trampoline park heartbreak as child dies in ‘tragedy’
A trampoline park in Rutherglen, South Lanarkshire, is in mourning following the tragic death of a 10-year-old child who fell unwell while at the facility. Emergency services swiftly responded to the incident at Flip Out in Southcroft Road on Sunday morning. Despite being rushed to the Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow, the child sadly passed away. Police are treating the death as “unexplained” but not suspicious, and investigations are ongoing.
The management of the trampoline park expressed their deepest condolences to the bereaved family, stating their readiness to assist in the police inquiries. Flip Out Glasgow took to Facebook to share, “We are fully cooperating with Police Scotland in their investigations. We are profoundly saddened by this tragic event, and our deepest sympathies go out to the childs family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.”
A spokesperson from Police Scotland provided additional details, mentioning that the child was taken to the hospital around 11 am on Sunday and was pronounced dead later. The Health and Safety Executive is also involved in the investigation. Flip Out Glasgow emphasised that there are no indications of suspicious circumstances surrounding the incident.
The community is shocked and saddened by this heartbreaking event, with many expressing their sympathies for the family of the young child. As the authorities continue their investigations, the circumstances leading to the child’s illness and subsequent passing remain a subject of scrutiny. The trampoline park’s commitment to supporting the authorities in determining the cause of the tragedy reflects a collaborative effort in seeking answers and closure for all involved.