Has anyone died from choking on Lego?

I'd love to know, too, but it is kinda tricky. My guess is that whatever the number, it's low. One of the difficulties is in identifying LEGO in particular. read more

So, fast-forward to 2013. LEGO's becoming increasingly popular-- particularly its minifigs. There are a lot of competitors in the market, with similar products, and LEGO really wants to make sure customers know their products compared to others. Most LEGO elements have the company name on them somewhere. Usually on the studs. read more

A TRAGIC three-year-old boy has died after choking on a Lego toy while playing with his brother. Eshaan Bilal was playing in his family home in Oldham, Greater Manchester, when the"arrow-shaped" piece became lodged in his throat. read more

Most LEGO elements have the company name on them somewhere. Usually on the studs. But for the minifig heads, the stud was hollow, so there was nowhere obvious for them to add their name. And seeing as the minifig head is a really prominant part of a minifigure, LEGO was really hopeful to find a spot where they could add the logo. read more

The Lego was a an arrow-shaped missile that could be fired from a toy car, and inquest heard. Detective Inspector Roger Edwards said:"I was made aware of what had happened at approximately 11:45am."A child had been taken to the Royal Oldham Hospital as a result of choking on a piece of Lego. read more