Southend Tree victim Lona Ruka was killed by falling

A seven -year -old girl died when a falling branch played her in a park, a court heard.

Liona Ruka from Dagenham in East London suffered a deadly head injury with the family on June 28 on a day-long visit to Southnd-On-C, Essex.

Four other children, including Liona’s six -year -old cousin, were injured, who are seriously ill in the hospital.

Opening an inquiry about Leona’s death, senior coroner Lincoln Brooks stated that “it can only be described as a tragic event”.

“My deep condolences go to Leona’s family and loved ones,” he said.

“I think this is from all Essex and, I am sure, as well as.”

Liona was playing at the chockewell park when she was killed by the “falling portion of a tree”, told to the court.

He was rushed to Southend Hospital, where his death was confirmed on 16:06 BST, causing a serious head injury.

Hundreds of floral tributes and teddy bear have been kept in the park since the incident.

Up to 50 people Tried to raise 350 year old tree When it implicated five children.

A senior councilor claimed that it was Prepared by support for decades,

The inquiry was suspended to continue the Essex police and health and safety executive investigation.

“Our hearts go out for his family and loved ones,” said Mr. Brook.

Liona’s family first released a tribute, describing him As “funny, kind and full of life”,

“She was perfect – very perfect for a world that can be very cruel and inappropriate,” he said.