A teenage boy has died after being struck by a falling tree in Stafford, Staffordshire Police have confirmed.
Emergency services, including police, paramedics from West Midlands Ambulance Service, and the Midlands Air Ambulance, were called to Holmcroft Road at around 6.30pm on Saturday. Despite their efforts, the boy was pronounced dead at the scene shortly after 7.30pm.
A police spokesperson said: 'A teenage boy has sadly died after being injured by a fallen tree in Stafford. Tragically, nothing could be done to save the boy.'
A large cordon remains in place, and police have urged the public to avoid the area while investigations continue.
Tributes have been paid across the community. The Stafford & District Sunday Football League announced that all matches on Sunday would observe a one-minute silence before kick-off. St Bertelin's Church in Stafford held prayers for the boy, his family, and all who knew him. The church remains open for those wishing to light a candle or leave flowers, and ribbons have been tied to a wooden cross outside as a mark of respect.
