The inquest into the death of a teenager killed by a fallen tree in an Oxford park is due to open this week. 

Alexander Kippax ,19, was struck by a falling tree in King George Playing Fields off Botley Road on August 18.

Paramedics and an air ambulance were called to the park at around 5.45pm but he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Oxford Mail: Picture of AlexPicture of Alex (Image: Go Fund Me)

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The inquest into his death is scheduled to be opened tomorrow (Wednesday, September 6) at Oxford’s Coroner’s Court.

The area in the park was taped off and flowers were seen left at the scene with a tribute from his mum saying he was “taken away from us too soon”.

It read: “We love you Alex. You are a true beautiful soul that helped anyone and everyone. I’ve always been proud of you Alex.

“We will greatly miss your beautiful smile, you’re loving nature and bubbly ways. We will always be thinking of you. You are forever in our hearts and minds. RIP my beautiful boy.”

Oxford Mail: King George's recreation ground

Around £2,600 has been raised on the GoFundMe page set up by Alex’s cousin to raise money for the costs of the funeral as well for living costs for her auntie, Alex's mum, to allow her time as much time as possible to grieve.

The GoFundMe page said: “I am trying to raise funds after the tragic death of my little cousin Alex.

"He was only 19 years old, just got his first flat and had his whole life ahead of him. He was the sweetest boy.

“Unfortunately he was involved in an accident with a falling tree and killed upon impact.

“I would like to raise as much as possible to help out with the costs of the funeral and living costs so my auntie can take as much time out as needed to grieve.

“Any little donation will help and will be very much appreciated in this hard time."

Oxford Mail: Flowers left at the scene Flowers left at the scene (Image: Newsquest)

To donate to the GoFundMe, visit www.gofundme.com/f/alex-kippax.

A tribute from the cousin at the park said: “My darling cousin Alex. I can’t believe I’m writing this. Such an amazing boy taken too soon. I hope you’ve found peak and God is taking care of you.”

Another read: “Alex, a wonderful brother you will always be in our hearts, from your goofy smile to your loving heart.

“You were taken too soon and will be missed dearly by all that were lucky enough to know you.”

A Thames Valley Police spokesman said the force's “thoughts are with them at this difficult time”.

The spokesman added: “We are liaising with and assisting the Health and Safety Executive and city council to establish the circumstances around this tragic incident.”