Boy, 12, falls to his death after climbing on to barn roof with friends

Luke Alsford | News Reporter Published July 29, 2026 6:13pm Updated July 29, 2026 6:13pm The boy was treated for his injuries at Royal Victoria Infirmary, in Newcastle before he died (Picture: Geography Photos/Universal Images Group via Getty Images) A boy has died after climbing onto the roof of a ban with friends and falling off. The 12-year-old – named as Jaxon Robert Hubery – plunged from the building at Woodhouses, near Bishop Auckland in County Durham last Friday. Jaxon sustained serious injuries and was taken to the Royal Victoria Infirmary, in Newcastle, for treatment. Durham Constabulary has now confirmed he died as a result of his injuries yesterday afternoon. A spokesperson for the force said: ‘His family would like to thank those who have given them love and support throughout