Tragedy in Cheshire: 12-Year-Old Boy Dies After Playground Fall in Winsford

Logan Carter, 12

A 12-year-old boy has died after falling from playground equipment at Wharton Recreation Ground in Winsford, Cheshire. The incident occurred on Friday, August 29, at around 6:11 p.m. local time, according to Cheshire Constabulary.

The boy, identified as Logan Carter, sustained fatal injuries after falling from a park apparatus. Emergency workers from North West Ambulance Service attempted to save him, but he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Detective Sergeant John Rhodes confirmed an investigation is underway and appealed for witnesses. “We are asking anyone who may have been in or around the Wharton Recreation Ground area just off Ledward Street in Winsford at the time of the incident and saw anything that may aid us in our enquiries, to please get in touch. At this stage, I would also like to ask the public not to feed into any speculation, particularly on social media, as this remains an ongoing investigation.”

Logan Carter, 12

Logan’s family released a heartbreaking tribute, describing him as a “much-loved son, brother, grandson, great-grandson, cousin and friend to many.” They said, “He had an infectious personality and a beautiful smile. Everyone wanted to be where Logan was. He was so full of life and wanted to make everyone laugh. He made every day worth living. Logan was everyone’s therapy person, their calm, and he will be missed more than we can ever put into words.”

His father, Rob Carter, also shared an emotional tribute on Facebook, writing, “When I woke up on Friday my little mate I didn’t think that would be the last time I get to see you. My heart has been ripped in two. All I can say to people is hold your kids and tell them every day how much you love them because you never know when they will be gone.”