‘Dept. Q’ Crew Member Dies on Set in Edinburgh After Season 2 Wrapped Filming

A crew member of Netflix's "Dept. Q" lost their life on set in Edinburgh, Scotland, on Thursday. Philip Ross, 30, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The accident is believed to have occurred while using a hydraulic lift at FirstStage Studios. Left Bank Pictures, the production company, expressed deep shock and sorrow over the tragic loss.

They offered their support to the deceased's family and colleagues. The Scottish police arrived around 3 p.m. Thursday and are leading the ongoing investigation. However, they have stated that the death is not being treated as suspicious. Netflix and FirstStage Studios have yet to comment on the incident. "Dept. Q" concluded the production of its second season recently, but the set was still operational as the crew wrapped up.

The detective drama was renewed for a second season in August 2025. FirstStage Studios, located on the site of a former renewable energy company, previously hosted productions like "Avengers: Infinity War." The set was converted into a permanent studio in 2020 under the direction of Jason Connery, son of renowned actor Sean Connery.

"Dept. Q" follows the story of DCI Carl Morck, led by Matthew Goode, as he and his team of misfits from the basement of an Edinburgh police station tackle cases previously deemed unsolvable. The series, produced by the company behind "The Crown," has been one of Netflix's biggest international hits in recent years.