In spite of all our differences, the one thing that binds all living creatures is that we each have an expiration date. This finality to our existence is what makes life special, something to be cherished and protected. But occasionally things can go terribly wrong…
Oct
16th
Author: Taz |
Files under Casualties: Low, Sports
Sadly, a fifth-grade Oregon boy died after a football hit him in the throat as he blocked a punt at recess. The boy collapsed immediately and could not breathe. Students called a teacher who attempted CPR while other staff called the paramedics. The boy died at the hospital shortly after. None of the other students realized the boy’s injury was fatal until the school principal emailed parents at the end of the day, asking them to tell their children.
