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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. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. SnowDome directors have said they and staff are 'deeply shocked' following the tragic death of a schoolboy - and confirmed the venue will remain closed. "A man is also being treated for injuries. Police officers and medical crews raced down to SnowDome in Tamworth after receiving reports of a child who was injured. West Midlands Ambulance Service confirmed two ambulances, two paramedic officers and the Midlands Air Ambulances from Cosford and Staffordshire were sent to the scene. Staffordshire Police have opened an She wrote on Facebook: "Our children were next to do down and saw it all. A 12-year-old boy has died after an incident on the slope at the SnowDome in Tamworth, it has been confirmed. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking. Louis Watkiss, of Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands died after being seriously injured at the SnowDome in Tamworth on September 24 last year. Officers also asked the public not to share any images or footage. Will Trump face a gag order, and what happens next? Another 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. A seat at Symphony Hall has since been named after him - Row L, seat 15 in the stalls will honour his part in the venue's community of jazz artists and his talent that was taken too soon, B:Music added. "We are truly sorry for the disappointment that this may cause.". 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', 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. 2023 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. In 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, with whom we have remained in touch ever since the accident. 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They tried to leave and were told to go back up. 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. Sutton Coldfield MP, Conservative Andrew Mitchell, has written to Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries to ask her to look at the issue. 0. Our thoughts are with them. An investigation is "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.". 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. 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 "An investigation is currently being carried out by the authorities, and we are giving it our full co-operation.". As always you can unsubscribe at any time. The Staffordshire centre said it remained "profoundly shocked and saddened" by Louis's death. This is due to an accident that is being investigated. Read about our approach to external linking. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. "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.". 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WebLouis Watkiss, from Sutton Coldfield, died on September 24 after an incident during an activity at the SnowDome in Tamworth. Will Trump face a gag order, and what happens next? It is understood the youngster collided with a skier while sledging down one of the ski slopes during a "freak accident" at the popular attraction. We are truly sorry for the disappointment that this may cause.. The 12-year-old boy tragically died at the Tamworth SnowDome in Staffordshire in front of shocked parents and children, despite paramedics' best efforts to save him. We have been giving our full-co-operation to the investigation being conducted by the authorities. WebTamworth SnowDome: Boy, 12, dies after suffering serious injuries at ski centre Family of boy, 12, killed in SnowDome incident say he 'didnt die on his terms' Family pay "We would ask everyone to respect the family's right to grieve in private during this extremely difficult time," the force said. 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Saxophonist Louis Watkiss was a part of B:Music's Jazzlines Summer School in Birmingham, which he attended a month before his death in September. "The directors and all of the employees extend their heartfelt thoughts and prayers and condolences to the family and friends of the young boy.". The venue announced last night that it will be closed this weekend due to an accident that is being investigated. Sadly, Louis, died of his injuries shortly afterwards. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. "I never thought to tell him to be careful," Mr Watkiss told BBC Radio WM. 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. 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