Elementary school student dies after getting jacket jammed in car door during drop off
Elementary school student dies after getting jacket jammed in car door during drop off
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‘The accident resulted in the heartbreaking loss of a second-grade student’s life after their coat became caught in a vehicle door as they exited’, said Borger Police. A second-grade elementary school student died in Texas after getting their coat stuck in a car door as they got out to start the school day, said officials.
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Police said a senior school teacher attempted to intervene and rescue the child but it was too late as “the incident happened so quickly.”. School officials and first responders tried to save the child’s life at the scene before they were taken to Golden Plains Community Hospital to receive urgent medical treatment.
Tragically, the child, who police have not yet named police, died from their injuries. Two hours after the tragic incident, the Borger Independent School District advised parents to pick up their children at the Crockett side of the school and said staff would stay with them until they were collected.
Later that evening, the school advised that counseling services would be available to all affected by the incident. Borger Police said in a statement: “Our hearts go out to all those affected by this horrible accident as they navigate this devastating loss.
“The entire community grieves alongside them. At this time, we ask for understanding, patience, and compassion for all those affected. Please join us in keeping the family in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.”. Police shared that Walmart had donated 40 stuffed animals to be laid down at the memorial in front of the Gateway School.
