Student dies after “medical emergency” during high school football practice – WSB-TV Channel 2

DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — A student at a DeKalb County high school has died after suffering a “medical emergency” during football practice.

The school district confirmed that a student at Arabia Mountain High School became ill during practice on Tuesday and later died.

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His cause of death has not been released.

There will be grief counselors at the school for students and staff.

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“Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and school during this difficult time,” the district wrote in a statement.

The student has not been identified.

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