Gary Lineker nephew dies, 18, after being crushed to death by falling tree trunk

Gary Lineker's teenage nephew has died after being crushed by a falling trunk, an inquest heard.

The 18-year-old died following a crush injury to his abdomen while working on September 6, senior coroner Darren Slater said opening the inquest last week. Oxford Coroner's Court heard the teen was killed by a falling tree in Eaton Hastings, Oxon.

Jonty was called "one of the nicest boys you'll ever meet" by cousin George Lineker, 31, in a tribute shared on social media. He shared a picture of himself with Jonty when he was younger with a caption that read: "One of the nicest boys you'll meet, taken far too soon. Fly high cousin, you'll be missed by all."

Tobias Lineker, 28, posted an old picture of the teen smiling and added: "Taken from us far too soon, rest in peace little cousin." A GoFundMe page was also set up in memory of Jonty, to help the family 'create a beautiful memorial or event to celebrate the life of their much-loved son Jonty."

The description went on to call him a "very special" and "beautiful young man." The fundraiser has raised £32,000 so far. Jonty was the nephew of Match of the Day star Gary, 63, from his marriage to first wife Michelle Cockayne - with who he shares four children. Jonty's mum Ali is the sister of Michelle.

A date for the full inquest has yet to be confirmed.

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