Boy, 12, who died days after fall from barn roof identified

30 Jul 2026 • 4:21 PM MYT
The Independent
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Boy, 12, who died days after fall from barn roof identified

  • A 12-year-old boy, Jaxon Hubery from Bishop Auckland, has died days after falling from a barn roof in County Durham.
  • Jaxon sustained serious injuries in the fall, which occurred at a premises in Woodhouses, Bishop Auckland, about 2.45pm on Friday while he was with friends.
  • He was taken to the Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle, for treatment but died on Tuesday as a result of his injuries.
  • Durham Constabulary is investigating the circumstances of the incident, working alongside the Health and Safety Executive.
  • Jaxon's family has thanked those who offered support and urged other parents to keep their children away from the area where the incident occurred.

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