Inquest Confirms Toddler's Death Caused by Falling TV and Fireplace

Two-year-old Carter Walsh died in September after unsecured items toppled over while he danced at home, with the incident ruled a tragic accident.

Carter Walsh, 2, suffered a fatal head injury in September when a TV and marble fireplace fell on him at his home in Wigan, England.
The incident occurred while Carter was dancing to the children's program Cocomelon, with the TV and fireplace unsecured at the time.
Detective Inspector Stuart Woodhead stated Carter likely grabbed the mantelpiece before the items toppled, describing the event as instantaneous and painless.
Family members had planned to secure the TV and fireplace but had not yet done so; the coroner ruled the death accidental.
Carter was remembered as a happy and inquisitive child, with police and medical professionals finding no concerns regarding his care or environment.