The man died after suffering after suffering head injuries in a ‘workplace accident’ on a ride – we’ll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story.
A man has died after suffering “serious head injuries” in a workplace accident at a popular funfair.
Police, paramedics and the air ambulance service were called to Spanish City Summer Funfair in Whitley Bay this afternoon.
An off duty medic also supported at the scene. However, despite the best efforts of medical staff, a fairground worker in his 20s has died, Northumbria Police have confirmed. The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has been informed.
The fair has been closed following the incident. In an online statement, a spokesperson for North Tyneside Council said: “The Spanish City funfair at Whitley Bay is closed. This is due to an emergency incident. Further updates will come from Northumbria Police.”
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