A tragic incident has occurred in Nottingham, where an eight-year-old boy has died after falling from a window of a house. The incident happened on Costock Avenue in the district of Sherwood, with police called to the scene by the East Midlands Ambulance Service around 7.15pm on Wednesday. Despite being rushed to Queen’s Medical Centre, the boy could not be saved.
Police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the fall. Chief Inspector Jon Scurr described the boy’s death as “a tragic and devastating loss of life” and expressed condolences to the boy’s family and loved ones. He thanked those who have already provided information and urged anyone with further details to come forward.
Chief Inspector Scurr acknowledged the distressing nature of such incidents for the community and encouraged those in need of support to seek help via the NHS website or by calling 111.
BREAKING: Boy, 8, dies after falling from window of Nottingham home.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What happened to the boy in Nottingham?
An eight-year-old boy died after falling from a window in Nottingham.
Where did the incident occur?
The incident occurred on Costock Avenue in Sherwood, Nottingham.
What time did the police respond to the incident?
Police were called around 7.15pm on Wednesday.
Where was the boy taken after the fall?
The boy was taken to Queen’s Medical Centre in Nottingham.
What did Chief Inspector Jon Scurr say about the incident?
He said the boy’s death was a ‘tragic and devastating loss of life.’
