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5-year-old student killed after large video display falls at Florida elementary school
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Bob D'Angelo, Cox Media Group National Content Desk , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· October 8, 2026
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Key points The student, initially reported to be 6 years old, was later confirmed to be 5 years old by family members. A tragic incident occurred on Wednesday when a child was fatally injured by a falling video display board.
A tragic incident occurred on Wednesday when a child was fatally injured by a falling video display board. The student, initially reported to be 6 years old, was later confirmed to be 5 years old by family members. Emergency responders were called to the scene and staff members attempted to save the child's life.
The child was taken to a hospital where medical personnel continued to try to revive them, but unfortunately, they died. The circumstances surrounding the incident are unclear. Further information is available from the source.
Authorities are likely to investigate the cause of the accident.
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Category: safety ·
Published: October 8, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
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