A New Brockton High School football player died after collapsing Tuesday during practice.
Semaj Wilkins, 14, suffered a medical emergency during drills. The freshman was taken to the hospital, where he passed away.
Coffee County Schools Superintendent Kelly Cobb released a statement:
Our Coffee County School System family is grieving the loss of a New Brockton High School freshman who passed away after a medical emergency late this afternoon. The Coffee County Sheriff’s Department and the District Attorney’s Office are conducting an investigation, and the Coffee County School System will fully cooperate with both agencies. Starting tomorrow, we will have our crisis response team which includes counselors, pastors, and other support staff available at New Brockton High School to provide support for the family, friends, classmates, teachers, and other school staff. Our hearts are broken for the family’s loss and our prayers are with them as they mourn. We ask that the family’s privacy be respected during this difficult time
The Coffee County Sheriff's Office and New Brockton Police Department are conducting a routine, joint investigation.
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