US EditionFamily's Heartbreaking ‘Shining Star’ Tribute to Girl, Seven, Killed by Falling Tree in Park
- Leonna Ruka, a seven-year-old girl, lost her life when a tree partly gave way in a park located in Southend-on-Sea on Saturday, June 28, 2025, resulting in injuries to four additional children.
- Leonna had been visiting family and enjoying the warm weather when the incident occurred shortly before 3pm, prompting a massive emergency response including public aid and first responders.
- Leonna was declared dead on arrival at hospital, a six-year-old girl remains critically ill, and three other children suffered minor injuries from the falling tree.
- Leonna’s family remembered her as a bright and loving child who brought joy to those around her, saying she will always remain alive in their hearts through each smile, ray of sunshine, and kind deed they encounter.
- Essex Police confirmed a full, independent investigation is underway and asked for public patience and privacy as the family mourns this tragic loss.
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Family pay tribute to ‘shining star’ girl, seven, killed in park tree collapse
Leonna Ruka, from Dagenham, was killed and four other children were injured after the tree fell in Chalkwell Park, Southend-on-Sea on Saturday.
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