Brodan Dubickas, a 15-year-old boy, died after being struck by a falling tree while playing football with friends at Holmcroft Road park in Stafford on Saturday evening. According to multiple reports, the teenager was pronounced dead at the scene shortly before 7:30 PM BST despite efforts from paramedics, police, and an air ambulance.
Key Takeaways
Brodan Dubickas, a 15-year-old boy, died after being struck by a falling tree while playing football with friends at Holmcroft Road park in Stafford on Saturday evening. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched an investigation into the incident.
- Brodan was pronounced dead at the scene despite efforts from paramedics, police, and an air ambulance
- A fundraising page for his family raised over £20,000
- HSE is investigating the incident alongside Staffordshire Police
- Community members left floral tributes and messages in the park
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▼Source Claims Check
High ConsensusAll 5 publishers report consistent facts across 5 key claims.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time Of Death | Broad Agreement | 7:30 PM BST on Saturday | |
| Cause Of Death | Broad Agreement | struck by a falling tree | |
| Location Of Incident | Broad Agreement | Holmcroft Road park in Stafford | |
| Investigation Body | Broad Agreement | HSE and Staffordshire Police | |
| Fundraising Amount | Broad Agreement | > £20,000 raised for family |
Time Of Death
Broad Agreement7:30 PM BST on Saturday
Cause Of Death
Broad Agreementstruck by a falling tree
Location Of Incident
Broad AgreementHolmcroft Road park in Stafford
Investigation Body
Broad AgreementHSE and Staffordshire Police
Fundraising Amount
Broad Agreement> £20,000 raised for family
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The family of Brodan Dubickas described him as a 'wonderful' older brother who loved playing pool competitively and refereeing football matches. In a statement issued through Staffordshire Police, the family expressed their grief, stating that their lives had been shattered and the pain was unbearable.
A fundraising page set up for the family has raised more than £20,000. Brodan's former primary school, Tillington Manor Primary School, paid tribute to him, describing him as a 'special young man' who was 'kind-hearted, respectful, and full of warmth'. The headteacher Kelly Brockhurst mentioned that Brodan would always remain a valued part of the school family.
Emergency services were called to the scene shortly before 6:30 PM on Saturday. Despite the combined efforts of paramedics from West Midlands Ambulance Service and Midlands Air Ambulance, Brodan could not be saved. A large police cordon was put in place, and people were advised to avoid the area while enquiries continued.
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched an investigation into the incident. In a statement to BBC on Wednesday, a HSE spokesperson confirmed it was investigating the incident alongside Staffordshire Police. Stafford Borough Council said it was assisting with the investigation and would not comment further while it was ongoing.
Brodan's family said he played pool at least four nights a week for the Luck Penny or Staffordshire Bull A teams and played football for Stafford Falcons. In a tribute, Grassroots Football UK said he had been refereeing a game earlier that day, which was something he did 'so often with dedication, enthusiasm and a smile that lit up the pitch'.
Meanwhile, a number of floral tributes and messages have been left in the park, close to where the incident happened. One resident at the site told BBC Radio Stoke: "As a community, everyone is really saddened. I think it has overshadowed everything."
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