Young tradie died after fatal playfight in Melbourne

A young man named Alex Robinson died after a night of partying and a tragic playfight with his friend, Quinn McPherson. The incident happened on May 14, 2023, after the two attended a concert in Melbourne. They had spent the previous day drinking and using drugs with friends. During the playfight, McPherson placed Robinson in a chokehold. After the fight, Robinson did not wake up, and his lips had turned blue. Friends tried to help him but were unable to revive him. Paramedics were called, but he was declared dead at 10:23 AM. McPherson, who was 19 at the time, was charged with endangering Robinson’s life. He later pleaded guilty in court. Prosecutors revealed that McPherson often engaged in playful fights while drinking. His behavior was described as dangerous, but it was noted that he did not intend to harm Robinson. Robinson's mother shared her grief in court, saying she will never recover from her son’s loss. She expressed her anguish over not knowing the details of Robinson's final moments. McPherson expressed remorse through a letter, stating he never meant for this to happen. The case has raised concerns about the dangers of imitating fight scenes often seen in media, particularly among young men. A judge plans to issue a sentence in two weeks.