A young boy aged 6, fell from the escalator whilst in Primark and suffered 5 fractures to his skull.
He fell between the first and ground floor of the shop, landing on a clothing rail.
Health and safety executives have been called in to investigate the incident, whilst the boy lies in hospital in an induced coma.
A young boy aged 6, fell from the escalator whilst in Primark and suffered 5 fractures to his skull.
He fell between the first and ground floor of the shop, landing on a clothing rail.
Health and safety executives have been called in to investigate the incident, whilst the boy lies in hospital in an induced coma.
This is not the only time that a child has been injured on a Primark escalator; in 2008 a 3 year old child fell between floors, ending up in hospital with serious injuries.
Escalators pose a huge danger, especially to young and small children, with many being injured each year.
We act for a number of clients who have sustained injuries from escalators. If you have suffered an injury on an escalator that was not your fault you may be able to make a claim. It is important that you get independent expert legal advice, preferably as soon as possible from one of our specialist lawyers.
If you think you may have a claim, contact our specialist personal injury lawyers for immediate advice. Call Actons Injury Solicitors free on 08081 355 355 or click here to start your claim now.
Posted on October 29, 2012