The police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of 16-year old Christopher Callender, of Pattensen ECD, which occurred about 12:15 hours on Monday at Mines Quarts, Lethem Trail.
According to the police, Christopher Callender was taking a rest from work under a tree, when it is reported that a limb broke off and fell, striking struck him on his head.
He was taken to the Mabura Health Centre and then to the Mackenzie Hospital where he was pronounced dead on arrival.