14-year-old injured after falling through skylight at derelict Debenhams in Plymouth
Police are urging people to stay away from derelict buildings
A 14-year-old boy has been injured after falling through a skylight on the roof of a derelict Debenhams store in Plymouth.
Emergency services were called to the disused store on Royal Parade at around 5:35pm yesterday (February 19th).
Police say the boy, who's from Plymouth, was taken to Derriford hospital after sustaining multiple injures, which are not believed to be life changing or life threatening.
Officers are warning people to stay away from derelict buildings and have described the former store as "extremely hazardous."
Inspector Greg Bridgett said: “There are clear dangers and safety concerns associated with climbing on or around empty or derelict locations.
"The former store has been disused for some time and is now extremely hazardous in areas.
"We would urge children not to be tempted by this dangerous pastime.
“We will take a robust approach towards any individuals found in derelict buildings and have been working with Plymouth City Council and building owners to tackle any issues around insecure properties.”