A man has tragically died following an incident at the construction site of Everton's new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock today it has now been confirmed.
Workers at the site were asked to leave following what was described as a 'major incident' that saw 26-year-old Michael Jones, a lifelong Evertonian from Kirkby, taken to Aintree hospital where it appears he succumbed to serious head injuries.
A report in the Liverpool Echo said that construction workers were informed of an incident and then asked to leave the site when police and "scientific support vehicles" arrived at the entrance to the site, but could not initially share further details.
However, it has since been revealed that the incident, that took place around lunchtime this afternoon, involved a piece of "heavy machinery". Work at the site has been suspended until further notice.
"We can confirm that a man has died following an incident at Bramley Moore Dock this afternoon, Monday 14 August," read a statement from Merseyside Police. "At around 1pm it was reported that a 26-year-old man had been injured and emergency services attended the scene.
"The man was taken to hospital where he was sadly pronounced dead. His next of kin have been informed. Officers remain at the scene as we continue with the early stages of the investigation alongside the Health and Safety Executive."
Both Laing O'Rourke and Everton Football Club issued statements of condolence to Michael's family and friends, sentiments we echo here at ToffeeWeb.
Everyone at Everton Football Club is heartbroken by the news a male worker has died following an incident at the Everton Stadium site at Bramley-Moore Dock.
The thoughts and condolences of everyone connected with Everton are with his family, friends and colleagues at this unimaginably sad time.
Stadium Contractor Laing O’Rourke has immediately launched an investigation and will work with the Police and the Health and Safety Executive to establish the full details of the incident.
Quotes sourced from Liverpool Echo
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2 Posted 14/08/2023 at 15:41:29
3 Posted 14/08/2023 at 16:08:19
4 Posted 14/08/2023 at 16:20:25
5 Posted 14/08/2023 at 16:40:43
Thank God we have good safety laws that put other stadium-building countries to shame.
6 Posted 14/08/2023 at 16:54:24
8 Posted 14/08/2023 at 17:01:22
9 Posted 14/08/2023 at 17:06:40
10 Posted 14/08/2023 at 17:10:45
12 Posted 14/08/2023 at 17:11:44
13 Posted 14/08/2023 at 17:11:56
14 Posted 14/08/2023 at 17:15:14
15 Posted 14/08/2023 at 17:17:41
16 Posted 14/08/2023 at 17:25:19
17 Posted 14/08/2023 at 17:28:29
18 Posted 14/08/2023 at 17:47:03
19 Posted 14/08/2023 at 17:56:28
20 Posted 14/08/2023 at 18:29:40
21 Posted 14/08/2023 at 18:39:30
I have often said that there are more important things in life. I believe that you can have a name placed on the approach to the stadium, and I hope that Everton dedicate one in this unfortunate young man's memory. RIP.
22 Posted 14/08/2023 at 18:41:21
23 Posted 14/08/2023 at 18:53:10
24 Posted 14/08/2023 at 18:54:05
25 Posted 14/08/2023 at 19:02:28
26 Posted 14/08/2023 at 19:07:51
27 Posted 14/08/2023 at 19:16:11
Condolences to his family and friends.
Requiescat in pace.
28 Posted 14/08/2023 at 19:20:57
And cue Simon Goodley and a piece connecting it to Usmanov.
29 Posted 14/08/2023 at 19:37:27
30 Posted 14/08/2023 at 19:40:53
It puts things into perspective.
31 Posted 14/08/2023 at 19:41:08
I wonder if Laing O'Rourke and Everton Football Club could dedicate the first ever match at the new stadium to those who are sadly killed or injured in the building industry and perhaps, give a percentage of the gate receipts to an appropriate charity which helps to rehabilitate the injured or helps people to try and deal with their sad loss.
32 Posted 14/08/2023 at 19:42:29
33 Posted 14/08/2023 at 19:52:09
At 26, I was married with two kids, life insurance just another bill one could not afford. Whatever the circumstances, we are a family club, if donations are requested, please Michael or Lyndon, just let us know how we can help. God bless lad, RIP.
34 Posted 14/08/2023 at 19:57:04
Tragic indeed and nothing can replace a loved one but,as you say, hopefully the club step up. For all the warranted criticism, one thing the club has done well down the years is to step up and support families at times of tragedy.
Poor Tim Parry the youngster killed by the IRA, Madeline McCann, Bradley Lowery. Sadly there have been quite a few tragedies in the last few decades but I imagine the club and community will as ever do all they can to provide support for his loved ones. Real tragedy.
35 Posted 14/08/2023 at 19:57:49
Tragic.
Perhaps football is only the second most important thing...
RIP with your God, young man.
36 Posted 14/08/2023 at 20:03:30
37 Posted 14/08/2023 at 20:06:24
38 Posted 14/08/2023 at 20:12:25
39 Posted 14/08/2023 at 20:15:32
40 Posted 14/08/2023 at 20:16:45
41 Posted 14/08/2023 at 20:33:32
42 Posted 14/08/2023 at 20:55:49
43 Posted 14/08/2023 at 21:09:44
If the club has anything about them, they will do something in his memory and host his family on the opening fixture.
We are a very close knit club and support base. We look after our own.
44 Posted 14/08/2023 at 21:29:38
45 Posted 14/08/2023 at 21:35:43
There by the Grace !
46 Posted 14/08/2023 at 21:44:19
Thoughts with his family, friends and co-workers.
47 Posted 14/08/2023 at 21:58:19
48 Posted 14/08/2023 at 22:03:17
49 Posted 14/08/2023 at 22:12:58
It puts football and life in perspective.
RIP.
50 Posted 14/08/2023 at 22:24:37
It's no consolation of course, but I suppose it shows that no matter what measures are in place. Hard hats, high viz, safety shoes etc, there are still real dangers that can end in a loss of life no matter the safety measures.
There is no compensation that can remedy this tragedy, though I am sure the club will do all they can to try and offer support at this horrendous time. May he Rest In Peace.
51 Posted 14/08/2023 at 22:37:44
52 Posted 14/08/2023 at 22:41:06
53 Posted 14/08/2023 at 22:57:01
We must remember our young fallen and try to improve the world they so tragically leave behind.
54 Posted 15/08/2023 at 00:22:58
Condolences to all his family and colleagues.
55 Posted 15/08/2023 at 00:28:32
Perhaps ToffeeWeb could set up one of those donate funding pages for his family.
56 Posted 15/08/2023 at 00:46:11
Life will never be the same for the parents of this poor boy who has tragically lost his life at Bramley-Moore Dock. My heart goes out to them.
Nothing can ever compensate for their loss.
In such heartbreaking circumstances, football rivalries, money and new stadiums all seem so futile and insignificant. The club, staff, players and fans will no doubt show sensitivity, compassion and condolence for the family in their hour of need.
May God keep him safe in his care.
57 Posted 15/08/2023 at 00:54:05
Once again, I am very sorry to hear of your loss.
58 Posted 15/08/2023 at 03:16:29
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59 Posted 15/08/2023 at 04:32:05
Thank you, Graham.
They say that time heals. I don't believe that to be true. But I have found that in time you somehow manage to learn to live with the pain and smile through it, recalling precious memories.
I pray that the parents of this poor lad will find the courage to get through this awful ordeal, mourn their son with strength and dignity and one day be able to smile recalling the good times of his short life.
God Bless them and grant them the strength to cope with their loss.
61 Posted 15/08/2023 at 06:07:55
I kind of agree with you. The EItC should step up and help out here. I feel the club itself is not to extort for money thinking on their financial position.
62 Posted 15/08/2023 at 07:02:17
Perhaps there could be some sort of small memorial or other mark of respect within the new stadium for him? Won't do anything for the family's grief of course, but would be a good gesture.
63 Posted 15/08/2023 at 08:41:23
Rip young man
64 Posted 15/08/2023 at 08:42:25
65 Posted 15/08/2023 at 09:06:51
When we strip down all the things we feel our club should be. We are left with what the club really is. We are a family.
The heavy-hearted comments posted on this thread will resonate throughout the whole fan base.
God Bless him.
66 Posted 15/08/2023 at 10:43:25
I hope the Club do something for his family, especially if he had children.
A sad day indeed.
67 Posted 15/08/2023 at 11:57:28
Such tragic news for his family and friends may God give you the strength to get through this tragic event.
God bless you.
68 Posted 15/08/2023 at 12:28:28
69 Posted 15/08/2023 at 13:02:17
Hopefully the club can put a plaque or something up to remember the lad, and it's accessable to his family and friends to lay tributes etc, even if it's red scarves they put down.
70 Posted 15/08/2023 at 13:42:04
A proper Blue too who was thrilled to be working there.
RIP, young man.
71 Posted 15/08/2023 at 13:59:22
However, despite everything we criticise the Club for, I'm confident they will do the right thing in this instance.
72 Posted 15/08/2023 at 14:40:23
73 Posted 15/08/2023 at 14:50:54
I have three sons in their twenties and cannot begin to comprehend. So sad.
74 Posted 15/08/2023 at 15:24:17
RIP.
75 Posted 15/08/2023 at 18:17:42
May I please offer my condolences to his family and friends, and may he R.I.P.
76 Posted 15/08/2023 at 18:34:13
77 Posted 15/08/2023 at 18:55:44
I think a fitting tribute would be a single seat in the stadium set aside, with a commemerative plaque on it.
That way he'll be forever in attendance at Bramley-Moore Dock.
78 Posted 15/08/2023 at 19:07:19
The family released a statement saying as a lifelong Blue who had travelled all over to watch his beloved Blues, he loved working on the new stadium. We as a club might not get footballing matters right but I have no doubt that Michael's death will be marked with all the love and care he deserves.
79 Posted 15/08/2023 at 19:21:32
May he rest in peace.
80 Posted 15/08/2023 at 19:30:51
81 Posted 15/08/2023 at 19:34:26
I used to go away to interesting places and leave the family behind not giving it a second thought. Even though in the back of my head, I always had the thought I might not come home at all or not in one piece, let alone see Everton again. I didn't think about it. My family had to think about it. I didn't.
When my son, then in his mid-twenties, was in a similar situation, I was worried sick. Every night and every day he was away.
My point? I genuinely feel for this lad's family as I've seen it all too often. Colleagues sent home in wooden boxes on the back of a Hercules aircraft. Different walks of life and totally different circumstances. But when the unexpected shock of something like this happens it will impact those loved ones.
My best friend and best man getting murdered before his 30th birthday on a night out two days before Christmas.
I don't wish to sound morbid. Just a time for reflection.
A family is suffering a loss. Do the right thing, Everton.
82 Posted 15/08/2023 at 20:08:17
Everyone gets through these awful things differently and needs different kinds or levels of support but one thing I'm sure of, this club and fans won't be found lacking.
83 Posted 15/08/2023 at 20:34:26
you raise a good point. Whilst there are some genuinely selfish people, for the most part we tend to worry more for the well-being of others in our family, our sphere of friends and colleagues, than we ever do for ourselves. Humans ain't so bad really.
84 Posted 15/08/2023 at 20:36:13
85 Posted 16/08/2023 at 00:17:28
I tell my kids all the time, "You get ONE shot at it. One life. Make it count and make it happy."
When you hear about a young death, it always drives that home for me.
Perpetual Light shine upon him... I hope his family finds peace and solace.
86 Posted 16/08/2023 at 01:27:59
Every day is a great day, its what you make of it.
Absolute terrible tragedy, and deepest sympathies to the lads Family.
RIP.
87 Posted 16/08/2023 at 01:45:44
88 Posted 16/08/2023 at 08:48:19
Michael senior is a massive Evertonian, and I will always remember him standing on for me during one stupid sticky situation I'd brought upon myself, and I could only smile and still shake my head at my barefaced cheek because of his actions one night at Arsenal.
The suffering him and his family will be going through now is simply incomprehensible. It will definitely be true when the family talk about how happy their son would have been working on Everton's new ground, because they are all massive blues to the core. 💙ðŸ™
89 Posted 16/08/2023 at 08:52:34
90 Posted 16/08/2023 at 10:10:18
May he rest in peace.
91 Posted 16/08/2023 at 16:25:33
This poor lad was 26, we play Wolves on the 26th, let's all raise the roof of the Grand Old Lady on the 26th minute.
Rest in peace young man.
92 Posted 16/08/2023 at 19:03:22
93 Posted 17/08/2023 at 22:27:50
94 Posted 18/08/2023 at 17:02:12
95 Posted 18/08/2023 at 19:28:34
https://www.evertonfc.com/news/3639167/blues-pay-tribute-to-michael-jones
96 Posted 18/08/2023 at 19:41:01
I hope they put a more permanent memorial in place.
97 Posted 19/08/2023 at 08:26:15
98 Posted 19/08/2023 at 13:24:35
99 Posted 19/08/2023 at 13:53:47
That's a fantastic and heart-warming gesture and action. Good on them.
100 Posted 19/08/2023 at 13:55:11
A class act.
101 Posted 19/08/2023 at 14:05:00
As Paul says, credit where due. A great gesture that they didn't even publicise.
We may argue like scousers at a family wedding, but there are occasions when we show mutual respect. Like we do and have done for Hillsborough from the start.
102 Posted 19/08/2023 at 14:07:45
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/jurgen-klopp-liverpool-squad-pay-27552445
103 Posted 19/08/2023 at 14:11:26
104 Posted 19/08/2023 at 17:04:28
The tribute for young Michael Jones looks like they also carried on inside Anfield, during the 26th minute, so full credit to Liverpool Football Club today. ðŸ‘ðŸ‘
105 Posted 19/08/2023 at 17:27:46
Sorry its from talksport but a nice gesture.
106 Posted 19/08/2023 at 18:16:02
Hopefully, start of better relations.
107 Posted 19/08/2023 at 18:17:16
Earlier in the day, the entire Liverpool squad made an unannounced visit to Bramley Moore Dock, with manager Jurgen Klopp laying a wreath of flowers at the site of Monday's fatal accident before players and staff paused for a moment of silence.
Jones died from injuries suffered in an incident at the construction site of Everton's new stadium on Monday. The club announced that they were "heartbroken" by the news. Manager Sean Dyche and the Everton players visited the site on Friday to pay their respects.
108 Posted 19/08/2023 at 18:19:48
109 Posted 20/08/2023 at 08:38:59
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