Police warn youths climbing 60-foot building risking death

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 10 Oct, 13:43 · Archive

Young people have been pictured climbing on the roof of a 60-foot building in Bournemouth town centre. Dorset Police described the behaviour as dangerous and warned it could result in 'serious injury or even death'. Officers are urging parents and relatives to speak with their children about the risks of climbing on buildings and entering abandoned premises.

A spokesperson for Bournemouth Police said: 'While it may seem harmless, just one loose roof tile, rotten floorboard or slip near an edge can have devastating consequences.' They added that the risks extend beyond those taking part, as a member of the public could be seriously injured because of the behaviour. 'What starts as a bit of fun can quickly become a tragedy,' the spokesperson said.

Police are asking parents and relatives across Dorset to talk with their children about the risks involved. They said a simple conversation could prevent 'the news no parent, relative or carer wants to hear'. Members of the public who see suspicious activity or trespassing at derelict sites are asked to contact Dorset Police immediately, either online through the 'Report your intelligence' portal or anonymously through Crimestoppers.

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Police warn of risk of death after youths seen climbing on top of 60ft high buildingYoung people have been pictured climbing on the roof of a 60-foot building. Police in Bournemouth described the behaviour as dangerous and warned it could result in 'serious injury or even death'.Dorset Echo · 10 Oct, 13:23
Police warn of risk of death after youths climb 60-foot buildingYoung people have been pictured climbing on the roof of a 60-foot building in Bournemouth town centre.Bournemouth Echo · 10 Oct, 11:03

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