Father's tribute to boy, 14, crushed to death in farming accident (2025)

The heartbroken father of a 14-year-old boy who was crushed to death in a horrific agricultural accident has revealed that all his son 'ever wanted to be was a farmer'.

Harry Moss, from Birmingham, was fatally injured by machinery on a farm in Malvern, Worcestershire, on Thursday morning.

A man was also hurt and taken to hospital, though his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing.

Harry's devastated father, Lewis Moss, 39, described him as 'the best thing in the world' in a touching tribute.

'All Harry ever wanted to be was a farmer. He loved everything about the countryside and everything about farming,' he said.

'At a very early age he set his sights on being a farmer when he left school.

'He was such a lovely lad. He was polite, hard-working and he was never any trouble to me.

'I never had a single worry about him. He would have been 15 in a month and I cannot believe he has gone. He was my world.'

Harry's devastated father, Lewis Moss, 39 (pictured left) described his son as 'the best thing in the world' in a touching tribute.

The teenager, from Birmingham , was fatally injured by machinery on a farm in Malvern, Worcestershire

Mr Moss said it was not yet clear how Harry died or what task he was undertaking at Hillview farmin Malvern.

He said: 'At the moment all the police have told me is that they are investigating his death because it is unclear how he died. 'They say they will look at all the circumstances. For now, all they have told me is that Harry's death is unexplained.'

Mr Moss said Harry was the oldest of five children - he had three brothers and a sister.

Harry's mum, Hollie Mcmurray, 35, said her 'world has fallen apart' in a devastating Facebook tribute.

She wrote: 'My boy forever loved. My first born. My world has fallen apart. Fly high my homing pigeon.

Harry you did me so proud but boy you was 14 working too hard! Farmer forever. I love you so much.'

Family friend Maggie Murrihy launched a GoFundMe page to help cover the cost of his funeral.

She wrote: 'As everyone is aware Harry passed away under tragic circumstances. Harry Moss was the most amazing teenager who had his whole life ahead of him.

Harry's heartbroken mother, Hollie Mcmurray, 35, said her 'world has fallen apart' following her son's death

Police at the scene of the incident on Blackmore Park Road, Great Malvern, Worcestershire

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'It was tragically taken at just the young age of 14, him being the eldest sibling of the family.

'He was an amazing big brother and son and lived his life like a little homing pigeon - if he left home it was either to do what he loved, farming or fishing.

'No parent should have to go through this unimaginable pain or receive this kind of news, and I know nothing can help with the pain. I'm hoping this will ease any financial burdens regarding his passing and funeral costs.

'Any help will be much appreciated.

'Harry Moss was the best and will be given the best send off. Let's as a community make this happen!'

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has been informed, and an investigation is now underway in conjunction with West Mercia Police.

A spokesperson for West Midlands Ambulance Service said: 'We were called to an incident at an address off Blackmore Park Road in Malvern, Worcestershire at 8.50am.

'We sent two ambulances, three paramedic officers, a BASICS emergency doctor and the Midlands Air Ambulances from Cosford and Strensham to the scene.

The teenager was crushed to death in the horrific accident at a farm in Great Malvern

Harry was described as an 'amazing teenager and big brother who lived his life 'like a homing pigeon'

Harry was fatally injured in the accident, while another man was hurt and taken to hospital

'On arrival, crews found a teenage boy in a critical condition and immediately began administering advanced life support.

'Sadly, despite best efforts, nothing could be done to save him and he was confirmed deceased at the scene.

'A man was also treated by crews for serious injuries and conveyed under emergency driving conditions to Worcestershire Royal Hospital.'

A spokesperson for the HSE added: 'We have visited the site and are working with West Mercia Police with their investigation.'

Father's tribute to boy, 14, crushed to death in farming accident (2025)
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