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Boy, 13, Arrested After 12-Year-Old’s Death at Cheshire Playground

Police arrested a 13-year-old on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving in an inquiry examining reports involving an e-bike.

Overview

  • Logan Carter, 12, was pronounced dead at Wharton Recreation Ground in Winsford on Aug. 29 after falling from playground apparatus despite treatment by paramedics.
  • Cheshire Police said the teenager arrested has been released under investigation as detectives pursue multiple lines of inquiry.
  • Officers are examining reports that an e-bike was used to propel a children’s roundabout around the time of the incident, which has not been confirmed as the cause.
  • The investigation is led by the Protecting Vulnerable People Investigations Unit, which has urged people to avoid speculation on social media.
  • Police appealed for witnesses to contact the force via its website or by calling 101, quoting IML-216564, as the family issued tributes and a community fundraiser gathered thousands of pounds.