Emergency services responded promptly at approximately 1:55 PM after reports emerged of a child tragically struck by a tree that had fallen in the backyard of a residence in Tiwi, a suburb located in northern Darwin.
The young girl was immediately transported to the Royal Darwin Hospital but sadly succumbed to her injuries before reaching the medical facility. Alongside her, an 11-year-old boy was also affected by the incident; he was hit by the same tree but fortunately sustained injuries that are not life-threatening.
Authorities do not consider the circumstances surrounding the incident to be suspicious. However, an investigation into the circumstances of the girl’s death is currently underway, and a detailed report will be compiled for the coroner’s review.