Boy, 10, dies after becoming unwell at trampoline park

Police are probing the 'unexplained' tragedy

Scottish Police confirmed the alarm was raised at Flip Out on Southcroft Road, Rutherglen just before 11am Sunday 18 August 2024.

The boy was rushed to the Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow but was pronounced dead a short time later.

Police are treating his death as unexplained but said there were not thought to be any suspicious circumstances.

A spokesperson for Police Scotland said: “Inquiries are ongoing after a child took unwell at a premises in Southcroft Road, Rutherglen, shortly before 11.00am on Sunday, 18 August 2024.

“The child, a 10-year-old boy, was taken by ambulance to the Royal Hospital for Children where he was pronounced dead.”

They added that Glasgow City Council had also been made aware of the incident and the Flip Out venue has remained closed since the boy’s death.

In a statement circulated on social media, the venue said it was ‘fully co-operating with Police Scotland in their investigations.’

A spokesperson told the BBC: “We are profoundly saddened by this tragic event, and our deepest sympathies go out to the child’s family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.”

The 63,000 sq ft indoor play centre has 34 trampolines, it also includes go karting, a soft play area and a donut slide.