Boy, 5, Critically Injured at Sidcup Golf Centre Birthday Party
A five-year-old boy suffered serious injuries when a wall collapsed at Family Golf in Sidcup while he was attending a birthday party, according to eyewitness accounts.
Incident Details
The collapse occurred around 5:45 pm on Sunday, November 9, at the golf club located on Sidcup Bypass. Emergency services were called immediately, and the boy was rushed to hospital in life-threatening condition.
Additional Injuries and Witness Reports
Alongside the boy, a six-year-old girl was also hurt but has since been discharged from the hospital.
An eyewitness who preferred to stay anonymous shared:
“The boy was attending a birthday party at the time and suffered a head injury. The staff's quick response may have even saved his life.”
Another witness noted a strong police presence:
“There were loads of police at Family Golf after the incident.”
Site Status
Reports from people attempting to enter American Golf, a shop inside the complex, describe the area as being closed off with police tape and officers securing the scene. The exact location of the wall collapse within the building has not been confirmed yet.
Summary: A tragic accident at a Sidcup golf centre birthday party left a young boy critically injured, with quick staff intervention praised for potentially saving his life.