By JADE RUSSELL
jrussell@tribunemedia.net
NEW Providence police are investigating after a seven-year-old died when a swing set collapsed on her on Thursday.
The incident occurred shortly after 7pm at Sutton Street off Kemp Road.
According to initial reports, the child was swinging when the set collapsed.
The child was taken to hospital by EMS personnel where she died.
National Security Minister Wayne Munroe, who represents Freetown where the incident took place, told this newspaper that it was an unfortunate tragedy.
He said it's very unfortunate when someone so young dies in such unexpected circumstances.
The Archdiocese of Nassau offered its condolences on the death of the child.
“The Archdiocese of Nassau is deeply saddened to learn of the unfortunate incident resulting in the death of a minor on the grounds of St Bede’s Church (Sutton Street) last evening (Thursday).
“Every life has dignity. Every life is precious.
“Bearing this in mind, we offer our deepest condolences and the support of our prayers to the family of the deceased and to the entire community,” the press release said.
On Friday, The Tribune also spoke to some area residents who described the child as being “loving” and “caring” with a beautiful spirit.
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ThisIsOurs 1 year, 6 months ago
Yikes. Poor mother
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