Teenager dies after head injury during tackle game in Palmerston North

Tuesday 27 May 2025 · 5 outlets · 4 reports · updated Tue 27 May 2025, 12:36pm

Ryan Satterthwaite, 19, has died in hospital after sustaining a serious head injury on Sunday. He was playing a tackle game based on a social media trend with friends in Palmerston North when the incident occurred. Police have urged people to consider the safety risks associated with such activities.

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1. StuffTue 27 May 2025, 11:57am

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2. 1NewsTue 27 May 2025, 12:12pm

   Man, 19, dies after suffering head injury in impromptu 'tackle game' (opens in new tab)

3. RNZTue 27 May 2025, 12:34pm

   Teen dies after suffering head injuries in 'tackle game' with friends (opens in new tab)

4. Otago Daily TimesTue 27 May 2025, 12:36pm

   Teen dies after suffering head injury in ‘run it straight’ game (opens in new tab)