Seven-Year-Old Westwood Elementary Student Dies After Medical Emergency at School

(KNSI) – A seven-year-old student has died following a medical emergency at Westwood Elementary School on Tuesday morning.

According to the St. Cloud Police Department, first responders were called to the school around 9:30 September 16th after reports that a student had stopped breathing. Medics performed CPR on the child before taking him to CentraCare – St. Cloud Hospital. The student was later transferred to Hennepin County Medical Center, where he died.

Police say they do not suspect foul play in connection with the incident and are continuing to work with the Hennepin County Medical Examiner’s Office as they await a final determination on the cause of death.

The case remains under active investigation, and authorities have not released additional details at this time.

The St. Cloud Area School District issued a statement Monday afternoon that read:

“We are deeply saddened to report that a member of our Westwood Elementary student community has passed away after experiencing a medical emergency at school last week. Out of respect for the family’s privacy, we are not sharing additional information at this time.

“Following the incident, the district conducted a full review of our response and operations and welcomed and cooperated with law enforcement officials as they conducted an
independent review. We have also reached out to the family and remain committed to transparency.

“Counseling and support teams are on-site and available for any student or staff member. Students are encouraged to visit the counseling office at their school at any time.

“No further information can be shared at this time due to state and federal privacy laws.”

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