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Paul	28-06-2025 22:10

Girl, 7, killed by falling tree in park

A child has died and another is in critical condition after a tree fell in a park.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4gdr4el5vpo

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Essex Police were called to Chalkwell Park in Southend-on-Sea to reports that "a number of children were caught beneath the tree and suffered injuries".

Five children were taken to hospital, but the force later confirmed that a seven-year-old girl had died and her family were being supported by officers.

It added that another girl, six, suffered serious injuries and was in a critical condition.

Devastating for the families. :(

joglynne

29-06-2025 09:30

Re: Girl, 7, killed by falling tree in park

As you say devastating. I can't even imagine how you can deal with this. My heart goes out to the parents and everyone who tried to help.

Maggy

29-06-2025 10:29

Re: Girl, 7, killed by falling tree in park

Awful situation.:(

Dude111

29-06-2025 21:48

Very very sad.........

Paul	30-06-2025 01:52

Re: Girl, 7, killed by falling tree in park

One line from the updated report stands out

Quote:

The tree has been propped up by the metal props ever since I can remember

This was said by a 68 year old man, which suggests this tree has not been able to stand on its own for a very long time, and implies these "props" may have failed.

Dude111

30-06-2025 06:08

Yes and even though it wont bring her back,they should be sued big time for not taking care of it before sometihng like this happend!!

People always suffer for others uncaring and its a bloody disgrace :mad:

Taf	30-06-2025 12:33

Re: Girl, 7, killed by falling tree in park

A few street trees around here fell in only light winds because the council stopped inspecting them for disease, rot or instability. Luckily, none hurt anyone when they came down.

I hope this very sad "accident" will spur on more responsible bodies to do what they are paid to do.

jem	30-06-2025 19:16

Re: Girl, 7, killed by falling tree in park

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dude111 (Post 36198679)

And yes, I get what you are saying, but sueing, for how much, just how much is your child’s life worth? A million, five million, ten million?

And also, suppose the parents were to sue and win, where does that money come from? Is it deducted from the salaries of all of the council staff, the salary of the Chief Executive, maybe from every member of the Council; or more likely, does a library or two get closed to fund it, a reduction in support for vulnerable people...?

Honestly, what do you think is the more likely scenario?

Dude111

30-06-2025 22:52

Ya I see what cha mean............

Money doesnt just come out of thin air........

Paul	01-07-2025 19:05

Re: Girl, 7, killed by falling tree in park

Confirmation the tree was propped up.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cj4eexvw59xo

Quote:

A tree that collapsed and killed a seven-year-old girl had been propped up by supports for decades, a senior councillor has said.

The girl was visiting for the day, the other critically injured child is her cousin.

Dude111

02-07-2025 04:55

Thats horribly sad the tree gave way on that day!!

Poor girl :(

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