An amusement park worker in the U.K. has died following a head injury sustained in a “workplace incident.”
According to the BBC and The Guardian, the man was working at the Spanish City Summer Funfair in Whitley Bay around 2:15 p.m. local time on Saturday, Aug. 23, when he suffered “serious head injuries.”
Northumbria Police identified the man only as being in his 20s and confirmed that his next of kin had been notified.
“Emergency services attended and a man in his 20s was found to have suffered serious head injuries. Despite the best efforts of medical staff who attended the scene, a short time later the man was sadly declared dead,” police told The Guardian.
The circumstances surrounding the injury have not been disclosed.
The Daily Mail reported that a medical helicopter landed on the grass near the fairground. The local ambulance service told the Mirror that it had dispatched a rapid response paramedic, a clinical team leader, an emergency ambulance crew, and an air ambulance. An off-duty medic also assisted at the scene.
Both outlets noted that the accident occurred on a ride.
“His next of kin have been contacted and are being supported by specialist officers,” police added.
Authorities also said that the Health and Safety Executive, which oversees workplace safety in the U.K., is assisting investigators to determine how the incident occurred.
Investigators asked anyone with information about the incident to contact Northumbria Police via their mobile app or website.
“Our thoughts are with the man’s family at this extremely difficult time,” the statement said.
Northumbria Police did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for further information.
Following the tragedy, the Spanish City Summer Funfair, held at Whitley Bay’s Spanish City Plaza, announced on social media that it “will be closed until further notice.”
According to the fair’s Facebook page, the event, which was scheduled to run through Monday, Aug. 25, features roller coasters, family-friendly rides, games, food, and more.
