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Ambulance crews attended the scene, but Louis, from Sutton Coldfield, died at the scene a short time later. The venue, which has been closed since Friday, said in a statement: "The directors and staff are deeply shocked by what happened, and our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this terrible time. "It is for this reason that the venue is closed. Follow BBC West Midlands on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Louis Watkiss, from Sutton Coldfield, died on September 24 after an incident during an activity at the SnowDome in Tamworth. Poland pledges more jets to Ukraine on Zelensky visit, Kennedy heir to challenge Biden for White House, Political battle lines will harden over Trump case, Ramadan and Passover raise tensions at Jerusalem holy site, You aimed at my eyes but my heart still beats, Taiwan's Tsai meets US House Speaker McCarthy, Super Mario: Jack Black on rise of game adaptations, Inside the life coaching cult that takes over lives. The main one is 170m long and 30m. EastEnders and Celebrity Big Brother star Danniella said "it was about her time" to undergo the reconstructive operation. West Midlands Ambulance Service confirmed two ambulances, two paramedic officers and the Midlands Air Ambulances from Cosford and Staffordshire were sent to the scene. Doorbell footage shows the crime happening. latest news, feel-good stories, analysis and more, Police launch urgent hunt for girl, 6, who knocked on doors and said she was lost, Boy, 5, killed after being hit by bus with girl, 9, in serious condition, Madeleine McCanns parents give update after woman claiming to be her gets DNA results, Inside the floating barge thats set to hold 500 asylum seekers, Nicola Sturgeons husband released by police over SNP finance investigation, Do not sell or share my personal information. A 12-year-old boy has died after an incident on the slope at the SnowDome in Tamworth, it has been confirmed. Poland pledges more jets to Ukraine on Zelensky visit, Kennedy heir to challenge Biden for White House, Political battle lines will harden over Trump case, Ramadan and Passover raise tensions at Jerusalem holy site, You aimed at my eyes but my heart still beats, Taiwan's Tsai meets US House Speaker McCarthy, Super Mario: Jack Black on rise of game adaptations, Inside the life coaching cult that takes over lives. In the statement released by the venue , a spokesperson confirmed an investigation had been launched following an 'accident'. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. "His parents are being supported by officers. WebVideo: A 12-year-old boy has died after suffering serious injuries at an indoor ski centre at SnowDome in Tamworth, Staffordshire. West Midlands Ambulance Service said previously its workers tried to save Louis, who died "after an incident on the slope". WebParents claim their children watched in horror as a 12-year-old boy was killed while sledging down a ski slope at a popular snow sports attraction. "I laid with him for a bit, told him he was a good boy and how much I loved him," he said. To hear the music that Louis loved playing will be such an honour. "The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) have been informed of the incident. Read about our approach to external linking. An investigation is being carried out after the 12 year old boy sadly died in an incident at the indoor ski slope in Tamworth on Friday, September 24. "Staff worked on him providing advanced life support but, sadly, despite all of the efforts it was not possible to save him and he was confirmed dead at the scene.". A 12-year-old boy has died after being seriously injured at the SnowDome indoor ski centre ", He added: "We are in regular contact with Louis' family.".

Mr Mitchell said: "I'm currently awaiting a response from the Chief Constable of the Staffordshire Police and from the Health and Safety Executive. Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday were even on there. Read about our approach to external linking. When it is possible and appropriate to make further comment then we will surely do so, SnowDome said in a statement on Facebook. WebLouis Watkiss, 12, was injured at the Snow Dome on 24 September and died at the scene An indoor ski centre where a 12-year-old boy died cannot resume full operation following The schoolboy had been taking part in an activity at What clues does new Russian bomb footage reveal? Louis's father Chris said music played a huge part in his son's life and the concert meant a lot to the family, and thanked those involved. 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Children queuing behind the boy were trapped and forced to witness him being killed while sledging down a slope at SnowDome in Tamworth, Staffordshire, it has been claimed. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. In a statement, Tamworth SnowDome said: "Everyone here is still profoundly shocked and saddened by Louis's death, and our thoughts remain very much with his grieving family. Man arrested after police shot at during Kingstanding stop and search, The man is said to have pulled out a gun and shot at officers on patrol, ITV Loose Women's Ruth Langsford forces show to 'cut to break' as Coleen Nolan slams co-stars. Cash App founder killed in San Francisco stabbing, Trump wins legal fees in Stormy Daniels tweet case, Body of indigenous woman found in Canada landfill, Deadly cobra in cockpit forces plane to land, US reaches $144m settlement in Texas church attack. "On arrival crews found a boy who had suffered very serious injuries," a service spokesman said. Staffordshire Police were called to the SnowDome in Tamworth on Friday to reports a child had been seriously injured. The parents of a boy killed in a collision at an indoor ski slope have spoken of how they held him as he died. What clues does new Russian bomb footage reveal? "We are truly sorry for the disappointment that this may cause.". Updates - Schoolboy dies from serious injuries sustained at SnowDome, BBC Breakfast star Carol Kirkwood says 'I am' as she halts show with career announcement. Ramadan and Passover raise tensions at Jerusalem holy site, You aimed at my eyes but my heart still beats, Super Mario: Jack Black on rise of game adaptations, Inside the life coaching cult that takes over lives. 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"The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. The schoolboy had been taking part in an activity at Staffordshire Police have opened an investigation after the child died in an incident at the SnowDome in Tamworth on Friday. The operators of the SnowDome issued a statement at the weekend that said: "The directors and staff are deeply shocked by what happened, and our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this terrible time. The chairman of the SnowDome where a 12-year-old boy lost his life yesterday evening has said the tragedy was "almost beyond belief." The couple are now calling for a change in the law to make helmets compulsory during similar activities. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. 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Send your story ideas to: [email protected], Memorial concert for boy who died at SnowDome, Focus on ski centre 'collision risk' after death, Boy, 12, dies after being injured at SnowDome, Weston Park's Woodland Adventure Playground gets two new attractions, Dudley Council elections: Full list of candidates standing in this year's poll, Popular Crewe truck stop and caf to remain open for 'foreseeable future', Local charities eggs-pectations exceeded with donation from large Crewe family business, Special offers to mark Easter from popular town takeaway, Friends of Sandbach Cemetery will 'closely monitor' the extension plan for much-needed burial space. We are truly sorry for the disappointment that this may cause.. The 12-year-old died at the scene after being hurt in a It shouldnt happen because the staff should be monitoring when people can go down to avoid this very thing. A parent wrote: My friend took his kids to the slope and say the boy was sledging when he somehow collided with a skier about half-way down the slope. This is due to an accident that is being investigated. The Mirror has contacted Staffordshire Police for further information on the incident. Staffordshire Police is urging witnesses to the incident to come forward, and has announced the force has referred the incident to the Health and Safety Executive. The 12-year-old died at the scene after being hurt in a collision during a tobogganing party with friends in September 2021. "Officers attended the location along with ambulance crews who treated a boy at the scene. Our children were a mess. "He was always willing to get involved and have a go," he said. 2023 BBC. "A man is also being treated for injuries. Mrs Watkiss was then able to join him and they lay together with him, holding a hand each for about half an hour. Since Louis died, tobogganing has been banned at the SnowDome until the Health and Safety Executive is satisfied risks can be managed. They said: "With our sincere apologies the SnowDome will not be open this weekend. The boxer has quit the Channel 4 show ahead of it airing, with Danny Dyer as its host. Louiss family are being supported by specially-trained officers. They trapped my step-daughter and her friends at the top of the escalator to witness CPR on a child.

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I was asking staff why they were just letting them witness it all, it was horrific. Eventually after 20 minutes wed had enough and went in and got everyone out ourselves. A 12-year-old boy has died after being seriously hurt at an indoor ski centre. Police were scrambled to the Snow Dome in Tamworth, Staffs., at around 6.40pm on Friday after reports a child was hurt. Officers were called to the SnowDome in Tamworth on Friday evening to reports a child had been injured during an activity. The SnowDome has stayed shut ever since, "It is for this reason that the venue is closed. There are three slopes at the Snow Dome of varying degrees of difficulty.

', Kate Ferdinand in tears as Rio's son Lorenz moves out to live with another family, Chelsea open talks with Frank Lampard over managerial return. She wrote on Facebook: So very sad and shocking. 2023 BBC. ITV Emmerdale pulled from air and replaced. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has been informed and anyone with information about what happened has been asked to come forward. Mr Smith said on-site first aid responders also attended to the boy who "could not be saved and tragically died at the scene". An investigation is being led by Staffordshire Police, with support from the HSE. Anyone who has information about the incident can contact police on 101 or via social media ref 665 of 24 September. "An investigation is currently being carried out by the authorities, and we are giving it our full co-operation.". Twelve-year-old Louis Watkiss, from Sutton Coldfield, died at Tamworth SnowDome in September. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, The boy was identified as Louis Watkiss from Sutton Coldfield, The boy was pronounced dead after an 'accident' that happened at the Snow Dome in Staffordshire, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). The order will only be lifted when the HSE is satisfied "risk of collision" management is suitable. A spokesperson for Staffordshire Police said: Following Fridays tragic incident at the Snow Dome in Tamworth, we can now confirm that the 12-year-old boy who lost his life has been named as Louis Watkissfrom Sutton Coldfield. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. His parents are being supported by officers. There were toddlers and children witnessing very close up a horrific scene. "An investigation is currently being carried out by the authorities, and we are giving it our full co-operation.". WATCH: Tamworth Snowdome Death 12-Year-Old Boy Died In Accident At Indoor SKI Slope. Parents claim their children watched in horror as a 12-year-old boy was killed while sledging down a ski slope at a popular snow sports attraction. WebA 12-year-old boy has died after suffering serious injuries at an indoor ski centre. Parents Chris and Natalie are calling for a law change to make helmets compulsory during similar activities. Something went wrong, please try again later. WebIn a statement, the SnowDome said: "Everyone here is still profoundly shocked and saddened by Louis's death and our thoughts remain very much with his grieving family, Police were called at 6.40pm on Friday (24 September) to reports that a child had been seriously injured at the Snow Dome. 2023 BBC. Mr Watkiss, from Sutton Coldfield, died at Tamworth SnowDome in Staffordshire. We must wait for the circumstances to be established but I offer my deepest sympathies at this terrible time to the family and friends of the deceased and to everyone affected by this tragedy., To receive breaking news alerts via email, sign up free here. Web2 December 2021 Family Louis Watkiss, 12, was injured at the SnowDome on 24 September and died at the scene The parents of a boy killed in a collision at an indoor ski "We continue to give our full co-operation to the investigation being conducted by the authorities, but while that is still under way we are unable to comment further.". Twelve-year-old Louis Watkiss, from Sutton Coldfield, died at Tamworth SnowDome in September. Specialist police officers are now supporting the boy's family. Read about our approach to external linking. We were there. The HSE says its prohibition notice "prevents the use of the parts of the venue, until the HSE is satisfied that systems in place to manage the risk of collision are suitable to address any ongoing risk to the safety of visitors and employees". The family are now working with their local MP, Andrew Mitchell, to change the law to make helmets mandatory. Ive never witnessed such a shambles in my life. A spokesperson said: We would kindly urge people not to speculate about the incident or share any images/footage there may be.. By. Louis Watkiss, 12, was injured at the SnowDome on 24 September and died at the scene. The parents of a boy who died in a collision at an indoor ski slope said changes to safety laws could be his "legacy". "We are truly sorry for the disappointment that this may cause.". We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. 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The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Staffordshire Police sadly confirmed on Friday night: "We were called at 6.40pm to reports a child had been seriously injured during an activity in the SnowDome in Tamworth. It was apparently very busy and full of kids. Paramedics rushed to the scene but despite their efforts the boy was pronounced dead at the scene. "You don't think these kind of things are that dangerous.". We would kindly urge people not to speculate about the incident or share any images/footage there may be. "Officers attended the location along with ambulance crews who treated a boy at the scene. Cash App founder killed in San Francisco stabbing, Deadly cobra in cockpit forces plane to land, Australian runner's doping row may have global impact, Poland pledges more jets to Ukraine on Zelensky visit, Surrogate baby is dead son's, says Spanish TV star. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Mr Watkiss said he hoped Ms Dorries and the government would give it "full attention" as it would mean "so much" to the family. WebTHE TRAGIC 12-year-old boy who died in a sledge crash at the indoor ski centre SnowDome in Tamworth has been pictured. Read about our approach to external linking. WebA 12-year-old boy who died at the SnowDome reportedly lost his life in an 'incident while sledging', according to a witness . "My stepdaughter and her friends are still crying now (they were next to go down so saw it all) and it was three hours ago. A man who was also injured in the incident did not need treatment. A 12-year-old boy has died after sustaining serious injuries while taking part in an activity at the SnowDome tonight. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. SnowDome chairman, Martin Smith, said in a statement to Metro.co.uk that the company is in full cooperation with the investigating authorities and is providing complete and absolute assistance. Staffordshire Police launched an investigation into the incident, with the force urging people not to speculate or share any images or footage online. SnowDome confirmed it will remain shut this weekend and said an investigation had been launched. "Sadly, the boy, aged 12, died of his injuries shortly afterwards. Will Trump face a gag order, and what happens next? Alan White, leader of Staffordshire County Council, said: I was shocked to hear the tragic news of the incident involving a child at Tamworth SnowDome. WebThe agency confirmed on Wednesday it is now leading the probe into the death of Louis Watkiss at Tamworth SnowDome. A memorial concert has been held to commemorate the life of a 12-year-old boy who died after a collision at an indoor snow centre. 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Flowers left outside SnowDome in Tamworth. WebA 12-year-old boy who died at the SnowDome reportedly lost his life in an 'incident while sledging', according to a witness . We werent even told if it was our child when I was shouting down from the viewing balcony. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you.

They were called at around 6.40pm this evening (Friday, September 24) after the boy had been left seriously wounded during an activity at the facility. The directors and all of the employees extend their heartfelt thoughts and prayers and condolences to the family and friends of the young boy, Mr Smith added. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. TikTok star Harrison Gilks tragically dies aged 18 as brother says 'thank you' to fans. Read about our approach to external linking. Read about our approach to external linking. A 12-year-old boy has died after suffering serious injuries at an indoor ski centre. WebAd Snowdome death of the boy has shocked the citizens as a 12-year-old boy has died after suffering serious injuries at an indoor ski centre (recreation centre). She claimed the kids were effectively "trapped" on the top of an escalator as witnesses and medics frantically tried saving the boy's life. Emergency services were called to the activity centre around 6.40pm on Friday night but the boy could not be saved. Twitter. Louis Watkiss, 12, was injured at the Snow Dome on 24 September and died at the scene. "Sadly, the boy, aged 12, died of his injuries shortly afterwards. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The youngster, from Sutton Coldfield, was a talented saxophone player his parents have previously said in a tribute. At the weekend, Martin Smith, chairman at the SnowDome, said the death was 'almost beyond belief'. 0. "This loss of a young life is an absolute tragedy. West Midlands Ambulance Service paramedics rushed to provide life supporting treatment to the boy, but were unable to save him and he was tragically confirmed dead at the scene, a spokesperson said. Pinterest. TikTok star Harrison Gilks has died after winning a legion of fans on the TikTok social media app. Officers also asked the public not to share any images or footage. I was asking staff why they were just letting them witness it all, it was horrific. The SnowDome said it was continuing to work with Staffordshire Police to investigate what happened. Staffordshire Police have opened an WhatsApp. The force also urged people not to share images or footage of the tragedy on social media. "Subject to what comes out of those discussions, I will be hoping to raise the matter in the House of Commons, because I think there is a serious case for changing the law.". Cash App founder killed in San Francisco stabbing, Surrogate baby is dead son's, says Spanish TV star, Trump wins legal fees in Stormy Daniels tweet case, Deadly cobra in cockpit forces plane to land, Kennedy heir to challenge Biden for White House. The children tried to leave the queue but their requests were ignored, according to the mum. Our children were a mess. Read about our approach to external linking. UKs burglary capital revealed is where YOU live in the Top 10 worst areas? We would kindly urge people not to speculate about the incident or share any images/footage there may be. "We must wait for the circumstances to be established, but I would offer my deepest sympathies at this terrible time to the family and friends of the deceased and to everyone affected by this tragedy," he said.