A 12-year-old boy has died after sustaining serious injuries at an indoor ski slope in Staffordshire.
A man was also injured during the incident at SnowDome in Tamorth on Friday evening, with emergency services called to the activity centre at around 6.40pm.
Despite the efforts of paramedics, the child was pronounced dead at the scene, reports BirminghamLive.
Staffordshire Police confirmed a man was also treated, with specialist officers supporting the boy's family.
The force has asked people not to speculate about the incident or share any images or footage from the scene.
It added that the Health and Safety Executive have been informed of the incident.
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A police spokesman said: "We were called at 6.40pm this evening (Sept 24) to reports that a child had been seriously injured during an activity in the Snow Dome in Tamworth.
"Officers attended the location along with ambulance crews who treated a boy at the scene.
"Sadly, the boy, aged 12, died of his injuries shortly afterwards.
"His parents are being supported by officers. Our thoughts are with them.
"A man is also being treated for injuries. We would kindly urge people not to speculate about the incident or share any images/footage there may be.
"The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) have been informed of the incident.
"Anyone who has information about the incident can contact us on 101 or via social media ref 665 of 24 September."
Police patrol cars were pictured parked outside the centre.
A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokesman said: "On arrival crews found a boy who had suffered very serious injuries.
"Staff worked on him providing advanced life support, but sadly, despite all of the efforts it was not possible to save him and he was confirmed dead at the scene."
