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Child dies after visiting Glasgow trampoline park

Child's death at Glasgow trampoline park remains unexplained

A child has tragically passed away after visiting a trampoline park in Scotland. Police disclosed that the child became unwell just before 11am today. The child was transported to the hospital but was pronounced dead due to causes that remain unexplained.

Flip Out Glasgow announced on Facebook that the venue would remain closed for the day. They expressed apologies for the inconvenience and instructed those with pre-booked visits to email glasgow@flipout.co.uk for refunds or rescheduling. They advised the public to monitor their social media for reopening updates.

One mother commented, expressing her sorrow and empathy for the affected families and staff, as she had planned to bring her 3-year-old and 11-year-old to the park. Another visitor noted the heavy police and ambulance presence at the Rutherglen centre, describing the scene as alarming.

A Police Scotland spokesperson confirmed that the incident occurred at a location on Southcroft Road, Rutherglen, shortly before 11:00am on Sunday, 18 August 2024. The child was taken to the Royal Hospital for Children and was declared deceased. The death is currently treated as unexplained, with no suspicious circumstances suspected. A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal, and the Health and Safety Executive has been informed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some common questions asked about this news

What happened to the child at the trampoline park in Scotland?

The child ‘took unwell’ and was pronounced dead in the hospital due to ‘unexplained’ causes.

Which trampoline park was involved in this incident?

The incident occurred at Flip Out Glasgow.

Is Flip Out Glasgow currently open?

No, Flip Out Glasgow is closed today and will update on reopening via social media.

What should I do if I have a booking at Flip Out Glasgow today?

Email glasgow@flipout.co.uk with your booking details for a refund or to reschedule.

What is the police’s current stance on the child’s death?

The death is being treated as unexplained with no suspicious circumstances.

Lilly Larkin

Lilly is a skilled journalist based in the UK, with a degree in Political Science from the University of Manchester. Her expertise lies in political, social news. In her free time, she enjoys reading social media news to keep up with the latest trends and understand the pulse of society.

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