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Girl, 7, dies after tree collapses at park in Southend

  • A seven-year-old girl died after a large tree partially collapsed in Chalkwell Park, Southend-on-Sea, on Saturday afternoon, June 28.
  • The tree had been propped up by metal stands for many years, and despite appearing healthy, its collapse is under active investigation by Essex Police and the council.
  • The incident occurred on a busy park path where several children were walking, leading to five children being hospitalized, including a six-year-old girl in critical condition.
  • Dozens of witnesses saw the event and reportedly 40 to 50 people tried to lift the tree, while the council called it a "devastating incident" and asked the public not to speculate pending investigations.
  • Tributes have been left near the cordoned area in the park, while police continue inquiries and support is provided to the families affected by the tragedy.
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A seven-year-old girl has died and a six-year-old girl is in critical condition after a tree falls on them in Chalkwell Park in the town of Southend-on-Sea, east of...

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The Telegraph broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Saturday, June 28, 2025.
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