A 6-Year Old Died After A Brick Mantle Fell On Him As He Reached For A Toy
A North Carolina family is mourning the loss of 6-year old Jayden Baskerville who they said was reaching for a toy when a shelf and mantle fell on him. The incident happened this past Saturday after attending an Easter outing.
via ABC 7 News
Jayden was pronounced dead shortly after arriving at a nearby hospital.
Three days later, bricks and the shelf are still on the ground, as the family is now staying elsewhere.
Jayden’s grandmother stated that he’s the oldest of the siblings, and his two little sisters look up to him. “He’s very smart, and the teachers speak so highly of him.”
The Vance County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the case.
Our hearts break for this family. Jayden’s funeral is set for 3 p.m. Sunday at Mitchell Baptist Church in Louisburg. His family has set up a GoFundMe to help cover funeral expenses.
