Dyer County High student dies, found unresponsive at school

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Dyer County High School student died Wednesday after he became unresponsive at school, the school district announced .

The student was immediately given assistance by staff, then taken to the emergency room in Dyersburg, where he was pronounced dead.

The student has not been identified, and the district said funeral arrangements have not been made.

In a statement, Dyer County Schools said, “He was a cherished member of our school community, and his loss will be deeply felt by his family, our students, administration, teachers, and staff. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of this student during this difficult time.”

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