An 11‑year‑old girl in Lublin broke her spine when an uninflated foam pillow failed at a playground, prompting police to investigate alleged staff negligence.
Accident Details
Parents were invited to a birthday party and arrived for about ten minutes. The daughter stepped onto a jumping surface, intending to land on a foam pillow that was not inflated. She fell onto a concrete and wooden base, a hard surface, and lost consciousness.
Medical Condition
Doctors confirmed fractures in at least eight vertebrae, including the lumbar and thoracic spinal segments. She sustained significant lung bruising and damage to pulmonary tissue.
Owner’s Statement
The play‑center owner said staff notified rescue services and followed aid procedures but cannot absolve responsibility, citing a human factor. He asserted that all measures were taken to prevent a repeat.
Police Investigation
Police preliminarily view the incident as an accident but suspect staff negligence. They checked sobriety among employees, finding no alcohol. The case has been forwarded to prosecutors.
Legal Implications
Under Article 160 §1 of the Polish Criminal Code, endangering life or serious health can lead to up to three years of imprisonment.
