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"It is a privilege to be able to put on this concert to celebrate Louis's life, and we have selected a programme of tunes that Louis loved to play and listen to.". Staffordshire Police were called to the SnowDome in Tamworth on Friday ITV will instead air live women's football on Thursday April 6 in the soap's absence. A notice on its website says it is unable to open until investigations into the death are complete and that it will be in touch with people who have bookings. It shouldnt happen because the staff should be monitoring when people can go down to avoid this very thing. In the statement released by the venue , a spokesperson confirmed an investigation had been launched following an 'accident'. Doorbell footage shows the crime happening. Louis Watkiss, of Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands died after being seriously injured at the SnowDome in Tamworth on September 24 last year. This is due to an accident that is being investigated. The agency confirmed on Wednesday it is now leading the probe into the death of Louis Watkiss at Tamworth SnowDome. Panel show cut to a break as Coleen starred alongside the likes of Ruth Langsford on Tuesday. Parents Chris and Natalie Watkiss were at home when they got a call to say Louis had been hurt during a tobogganing party with friends. My step-daughter and her friends are still crying now (they were next to go down so saw it all) and it was three hours ago.. Anyone with information can call police on 101 or via social media ref 665 of 24 September. Man arrested after police shot at during Kingstanding stop and search, The man is said to have pulled out a gun and shot at officers on patrol, ITV Loose Women's Ruth Langsford forces show to 'cut to break' as Coleen Nolan slams co-stars. Louis Watkiss, from Sutton Coldfield, died on September 24 after an incident during an activity at the SnowDome in Tamworth. A 12-year-old boy has died after suffering serious injuries at an indoor ski centre. WebSnowDome directors have said they and staff are 'deeply shocked' following the tragic death of a schoolboy - and confirmed the venue will remain closed. Listen on BBC Sounds: 'Louis deserves a legacy', Cash App founder killed in San Francisco stabbing, Trump wins legal fees in Stormy Daniels tweet case, Body of indigenous woman found in Canada landfill, Deadly cobra in cockpit forces plane to land, US reaches $144m settlement in Texas church attack. Officers also asked the public not to share any images or footage. Our thoughts are with them. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. 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. The concert was held at Symphony Hall on Saturday morning, a venue used by B:Music. ", He added: "We are in regular contact with Louis' family.". We have been giving our full-co-operation to the investigation being conducted by the authorities. Anyone who has information about the incident is urged to contact Staffordshire Police on 101 or via social media ref 665 of 24 September. Richard Foote, from B:Music, said he worked closely with Louis at the summer school and said he was very talented. We werent even told if it was our child when I was shouting down from the viewing balcony. An investigation is being carried out after boy, 12, died on ski slope in Tamworth on Friday, Get the latest news from Tamworth straight to your inbox. WebA 12-year-old boy who died at the SnowDome reportedly lost his life in an 'incident while sledging', according to a witness . Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The SnowDome said it was continuing to work with Staffordshire Police to investigate what happened. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has been informed and anyone with information about what happened has been asked to come forward. The force also urged people not to share images or footage of the tragedy on social media. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Children queuing behind the boy were trapped and forced to witness him being killed while He added the company was in "full co-operation with the investigating authorities" and was "providing complete and absolute assistance". What clues does new Russian bomb footage reveal? The guard screamed in the woman's face in a viral video on TikTok. On Friday, police urged members of the public not to share any images or footage from the incident. Paramedics rushed to the scene but despite their efforts the boy was pronounced dead at the scene. Sutton Coldfield MP, Conservative Andrew Mitchell, has written to Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries to ask her to look at the issue. Louis Watkiss, 12, was injured at the SnowDome on 24 September and died at the scene, Louis was involved in two jazz ensembles, his family said, Louis's family said he "was a studious pupil who enjoyed learning". Updates - Schoolboy dies from serious injuries sustained at SnowDome, BBC Breakfast star Carol Kirkwood says 'I am' as she halts show with career announcement. 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.". Will Trump face a gag order, and what happens next? Will Trump face a gag order, and what happens next? 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Officers were called to the SnowDome in Tamworth on Friday evening to reports a child had been injured during an activity. SnowDome directors have said they and staff are 'deeply shocked' following the tragic death of a schoolboy - and confirmed the venue will remain closed. Mr Mitchell said: "I'm currently awaiting a response from the Chief Constable of the Staffordshire Police and from the Health and Safety Executive. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Mr Watkiss said to BBC Radio WM that experts had told the family Louis may have lived if he had been wearing a helmet. Cash App founder killed in San Francisco stabbing, Trump wins legal fees in Stormy Daniels tweet case, Body of indigenous woman found in Canada landfill, Deadly cobra in cockpit forces plane to land, US reaches $144m settlement in Texas church attack. His family said he died when his "An investigation is currently being carried out by the authorities, and we are giving it our full co-operation.". We would ask everyone to respect the family's right to grieve in private during this extremely difficult time. "I never thought to tell him to be careful," Mr Watkiss told BBC Radio WM. She wrote on Facebook: So very sad and shocking. What clues does new Russian bomb footage reveal? Read about our approach to external linking. ", Follow BBC West Midlands on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Mr Mitchell also raised the issue in the House of Commons in December adding: "There is little doubt that a helmet would have saved Louis's life. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Cash App founder killed in San Francisco stabbing, Trump wins legal fees in Stormy Daniels tweet case, Body of indigenous woman found in Canada landfill, Deadly cobra in cockpit forces plane to land, US reaches $144m settlement in Texas church attack. Eventually after 20 minutes wed had enough and went in and got everyone out ourselves. WebAd Snowdome death of the boy has shocked the citizens as a 12-year-old boy has died after suffering serious injuries at an indoor ski centre (recreation centre). Police were questioning all the staff who all looked in shock.. Some claimed to have seen the child collide with a skier on the slope. Staffordshire Police is urging witnesses to the incident to come forward, and has announced the force has referred the incident to the Health and Safety Executive. The directors and all of the employees extend their heartfelt thoughts and prayers and condolences to the family and friends of the young boy, Mr Smith added. "Officers attended the location along with ambulance crews who treated a boy at the scene. Staffordshire Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances with support from the Health and Safety Executive.. "An investigation is currently being carried out by the authorities, and we are giving it our full co-operation.". Staffordshire Police and the Health and Safety Executive say they are working together to "robustly investigate the circumstances" of Louis's death. 0. Geordie Shore fans shocked as reality star wears WHITE to Marnie's wedding, Love Islanders in shock new feud as villa star threatens to take Shaq from Tanya, Rylan Clark over the moon as he lands role in huge soap, Chelsea could name Lampard as caretaker with icon in crowd for Liverpool game, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. An investigation is A joint investigation with Staffordshire Police was launched at the time of the collision. 2023 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The couple are now calling for a change in the law to make helmets compulsory during similar activities. "There was a lot of blood and within a few minutes he was pronounced dead in front of me. West Midlands Ambulance Service paramedics rushed to provide life supporting treatment to the boy, but were unable to save him and he was tragically confirmed dead at the scene, a spokesperson said. Mr Watkiss, from Sutton Coldfield, died at Tamworth SnowDome in Staffordshire. Carol Keenan, aged 54, died in April 2022 - after flying to Istanbul in Turkey for a tummy tuck and a BBL op. Louis Watkiss, 12, was injured at the Snow Dome on 24 September and died at the scene. When it is possible and appropriate to make further comment then we will surely do so. The centre, which offers skiing and snowboarding facilities, will be closed over the weekend. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Follow BBC West Midlands on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. WebTHE TRAGIC 12-year-old boy who died in a sledge crash at the indoor ski centre SnowDome in Tamworth has been pictured. "It would be a legacy for Louis," he said. 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. 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A 12-year-old boy has died after sustaining serious injuries while taking part in an activity at the SnowDome tonight. WATCH: Tamworth Snowdome Death 12-Year-Old Boy Died In Accident At Indoor SKI Slope. Alisha - September 26, 2021. Police investigate following the tragedy at the SnowDome in Tamworth on Friday night, Police were at the facility late into the evening following the 12-year-old boy's death, The popular snow attraction has opened its own probe, a spokesperson said, The SnowDome will remain closed this weekend following the incident, Tamworth SnowDome: Boy, 12, dies during activity at indoor ski slope with man injured, Man returns from buying groceries to find swarm of bees taking over his car. British gran, 54, dies after flying to Turkey for Brazilian bum lift and tummy tuck. Louis Watkiss, 12, was injured at the SnowDome on Friday, Tamworth SnowDome offers skiing, snowboarding, ice skating and swimming. 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However families are said to have witnessed the incident and it is claimed the child was sledging when he was fatally injured. Our thoughts are with them.. Louis Watkiss, of Sutton On arrival crews found a boy who had suffered very serious injuries," the WMAS spokeswoman added. Staffordshire Police were called to the SnowDome in Tamworth on Friday to reports a child had been seriously injured. Read about our approach to external linking. Cash App founder killed in San Francisco stabbing, Deadly cobra in cockpit forces plane to land, Australian runner's doping row may have global impact, Poland pledges more jets to Ukraine on Zelensky visit, Surrogate baby is dead son's, says Spanish TV star. A man (name kept secret for the privacy purpose) Our children were next to do down and saw it all. "It is for this reason that the venue is closed. Louis Watkiss's parents held him as he died. The site is therefore unable to reopen until work has been completed but bosses "hope to be able to update in the very near future". To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. The venue, which has been closed since Friday, said in a statement: "The directors and staff are deeply shocked by what happened, and our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this terrible time. "To me, this meant that Louis understood that every type of music has the power to evoke emotion. SnowDome Limited chairman Martin Smith said: "For an evening's activity to end so tragically is almost beyond belief and our sorrow is deeply felt.". Read about our approach to external linking. The 12-year-old died at the scene after being hurt in a collision during a tobogganing party with friends in September 2021. We would kindly urge people not to speculate about the incident or share any images/footage there may be. 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