Child dies after becoming unwell at trampoline park

A child has died after becoming unwell at a trampoline park.

Emergency services were called to Flip Out in Southcroft Road, Rutherglen, South Lanarkshire, just before 11am on Sunday.

The child was taken by ambulance to the Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow where they were pronounced dead.

Police said the child’s death was being treated as unexplained, although there were not thought to be any suspicious circumstances.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Enquiries are ongoing after a child took unwell at a premises in Southcroft Road, Rutherglen, shortly before 11am on Sunday August 18 2024.

“The child was taken by ambulance to the Royal Hospital for Children where they were pronounced dead.

“The child’s death is being treated as unexplained, although there are not thought to be any suspicious circumstances, and a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.

“The Health and Safety Executive has also been notified.”

Flip Out Glasgow posted a statement on social media on Sunday confirming that it was currently closed.