Stafford Borough Council confirms investigation is underway into death of Brodan Dubickas as tributes grow
Brodan sadly died after being struck by a falling tree on Saturday evening.
Stafford Borough Council has confirmed that an investigation into the death of 15-year-old Brodan Dubickas is ongoing as more tributes are placed at the scene where the boy died.
The 15-year-old was fatally injured after being struck by a falling tree whilst visiting a park with friends in Holmcroft Road, Stafford, at around 7.30pm on Saturday, May 2.
Sadly, despite the best efforts of emergency services teams, he died at the scene shortly after.
Now, Stafford Borough Council have confirmed that an investigation into the youth's death is ongoing, saying that the Health and Safety Executive is looking into the tragedy.
A Stafford Borough Council spokesperson said: “Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones in what must be the most terrible time for them.
“There is an investigation by the Health and Safety Executive underway in this tragedy. We are assisting with this, and while that is ongoing, we will not comment further.”
Tributes of flowers, balloons and heartfelt messages were left at the scene in the time following the death, with many people paying respects to the Brodan.
In one message, left on a bouquet of flowers, Jamie and Danny said: “Taken too soon, you always had a smile. Rip Brodan. Love Jamie and Danny.”
Also left in the growing pile of tributes was a Liverpool FC shirt, signed by friends and family.
Another message reads: “Brodan, you will be sadly missed. From Newport Royal British Legion pool team.”
The tributes now also include a number of balloons and teddy bears, as well as football items and banners.
Earlier this week, Brodan’s family offered a tribute to their ‘kind and generous’ son, saying that he was ‘truly the best of us’.
His family said: “He truly was the best of us. His kindness and generosity were unmatched, and he lit up a room with his humour and his smile.
“You won’t find any bad words about him; he was loved by so many.
“We have been overwhelmed by the support, generosity and love sent from dar and wide, to both the family and Brodan.
“The tributes have been vast and incredibly touching. This is a credit to our son, and it goes to show the impact Brodan was able to have on those around him in his short life.
“Thank you.”
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