Overview

• Leah Harrison, a Year 6 pupil from Mount Pleasant Primary School, died of traumatic asphyxiation after a 'freak' mudslide during a school trip on May 22, 2024.
• The inquest at Teesside Magistrates’ Court concluded on April 24, 2025, ruling her death as accidental and unforeseeable.
• The Health and Safety Executive investigation found no breaches in safety protocols, deeming the trip’s risk assessments suitable for the conditions.
• Rescue efforts by 30 personnel, including mountain rescue and emergency services, were hindered by poor weather and thick mud.
• Leah’s family, school, and community continue to honor her memory with tributes, including balloon releases and support for affected students and staff.