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Girl who died after tree collapsed in Southend park had 'heart full of love', family say

  • A seven-year-old girl named Leonna Ruka from east London died after a tree collapsed on her and other children in Chalkwell Park, Southend, on Saturday, June 28.
  • Leonna was visiting family and enjoying warm weather when the tree fell shortly before 3pm, while another six-year-old remains critically injured and three children had minor injuries.
  • Members of the public and emergency services made heroic efforts to help the children, and a service led by Southend's mayor involved floral tributes and condolences for Leonna and her family.
  • Essex Police launched a full and independent investigation, and Assistant Chief Constable Lucy Morris expressed heartbreak, urging patience as inquiries remain early and updates will follow.
  • Leonna's family described her as loving and curious and thanked the community for support, while a fundraiser raised over £30,000 for funeral costs, memorial plans, and support for families affected.
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BBC News broke the news in United Kingdom on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
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