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Newborn Killed by Falling Avocado
29 Oct
Summary
- A 12-day-old baby died after a large avocado fell on his head.
- The mother blames the local council for failing to prune dangerous trees.
- Parents had previously reported concerns about falling fruit from the trees.
A 12-day-old baby tragically lost his life after being hit by a falling avocado outside a nursery in Quilmes, Argentina. The fruit, weighing over a kilogram, fell from approximately 33 feet, causing fatal skull fractures to the infant, Lucas. His mother, Giuliana Gomez, is now seeking accountability from the local council, alleging they failed to address concerns about the dangerous avocado trees for over a year.
Parents and residents had reportedly pleaded with officials to prune or remove the trees, citing previous instances of falling fruit. Documents indicate the nursery itself had requested tree removal as early as August 2025, after a parent was previously injured. The family also criticized the emergency services for a delayed response.
The infant underwent extensive surgery but tragically passed away four days later. His mother expressed her grief and vowed to pursue justice to prevent similar future incidents, emphasizing the council's responsibility in the preventable tragedy.
