Teenage boy dies in Barry Island Pleasure Park

Police say the 16-year-old suffered a medical episode yesterday afternoon.

Author: Stan TomkinsonPublished 24th May 2025
Last updated 24th May 2025

South Wales Police are appealing for information after a 16-year-old boy has died in the Barry Island Pleasure Park.

The force say they were called to the scene at just before 5pm on Friday (May 23rd) evening to reports of a teenage boy suffering a medical episode.

Despite efforts of emergency services, he was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigations are ongoing to ascertain the full circumstances of the death.

South Wales Police are asking for anyone who was in Barry Island Pleasure Park around the time of the incident that may have information that could assist their investigation is asked to contact the force quoting 2500163611.

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