Boy, 10, dies after becoming unwell at trampoline park in Rutherglen

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Boy, 10, dies after becoming unwell at trampoline park in Rutherglen
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Police Scotland say the alarm was raised at Flip Out on Southcroft Road, Rutherglen, just before 11:00.

Police Scotland confirmed the alarm was raised at Flip Out on Southcroft Road, Rutherglen, just before 11:00.His death is being treated as unexplained but police said there were not thought to be any suspicious circumstances.

A Police Scotland spokesperson 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."The Flip Out venue has been closed since the boy's death.

In a statement on social media, Flip Out said it was "fully co-operating with Police Scotland in their investigations". A spokesperson added: "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."Its facilities also include go karting, a soft play area and a donut slide.

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