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28-05-2025
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Ohio teen dies after falling off float at Memorial Day parade
A 13-year-old Ohio boy died Monday after falling off a Memorial Day parade float in Green, Ohio. The Summit County Sheriff's Office confirmed Matthew Schultz's death on Tuesday, saying the seventh-grader fell from the front of a trailer float being hauled by a Ford F-150 and was struck by the trailer's tires around 11:23 a.m. Monday while the float was moving at 5 mph or slower. There were a total of seven children, ranging in age from 7 to 13, and two adults riding the trailer during the parade. "Matthew was a fun, loving, Star Wars-obsessed, fruit snack-loving, amazing young man," a GoFundMe page for the Schultz family titled, "Support the Schultz Family After Tragic Loss," reads. "He was the best son and big brother. He was everyone's best friend. The love we had for him is immeasurable." 16-Year-old Firefighter In Missouri Killed In Line Of Duty Donations will "help ease the family's burden of funeral expenses and bills," the GoFundMe states. "This way, they can take more time off work and focus on healing." Read On The Fox News App Frantic 911 Call Captures Moments After Toddler's Freak Sledding Accident Green Fire and EMS were behind the float when the incident occurred. Personnel witnessed Matthew's fall and "immediately responded," the sheriff's office said in a press release. Ski Accident On New Hampshire Mountain Claims Life Of 12-Year-old Boy Matthew was transported to a nearby hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. 2 Boys, Both 12, Killed On Halloween Hayrides In Warning To Families North Canton City Schools is offering counseling services to students impacted by the tragedy, according to Wkyc. "The loss of a young life is deeply devastating, and our thoughts and prayers are with Matthew's family, friends, classmates, and teachers during this unimaginable time," North Canton City Schools said in a statement to WKYC. "He was a kind and caring student. We extend our deepest condolences to his family and to everyone affected by this tragedy."Original article source: Ohio teen dies after falling off float at Memorial Day parade
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28-05-2025
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Ohio teen dies after falling off float at Memorial Day parade
A 13-year-old Ohio boy died Monday after falling off a Memorial Day parade float in Green, Ohio. The Summit County Sheriff's Office confirmed Matthew Schultz's death on Tuesday, saying the seventh-grader fell from the front of a trailer float being hauled by a Ford F-150 and was struck by the trailer's tires around 11:23 a.m. Monday while the float was moving at 5 mph or slower. There were a total of seven children, ranging in age from 7 to 13, and two adults riding the trailer during the parade. "Matthew was a fun, loving, Star Wars-obsessed, fruit snack-loving, amazing young man," a GoFundMe page for the Schultz family titled, "Support the Schultz Family After Tragic Loss," reads. "He was the best son and big brother. He was everyone's best friend. The love we had for him is immeasurable." Donations will "help ease the family's burden of funeral expenses and bills," the GoFundMe states. "This way, they can take more time off work and focus on healing." Green Fire and EMS were behind the float when the incident occurred. Personnel witnessed Matthew's fall and "immediately responded," the sheriff's office said in a press release. Matthew was transported to a nearby hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. North Canton City Schools is offering counseling services to students impacted by the tragedy, according to WKYC. "The loss of a young life is deeply devastating, and our thoughts and prayers are with Matthew's family, friends, classmates, and teachers during this unimaginable time," North Canton City Schools said in a statement to WKYC. "He was a kind and caring student. We extend our deepest condolences to his family and to everyone affected by this tragedy."
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28-05-2025
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Community raises thousands for family after 13-year-old killed in Green parade accident
GREEN, Ohio (WJW) – Family and friends are remembering 13-year-old Matthew Schultz after he was killed in an accident during the Memorial Day parade in Green on Monday. Just one day after the accident, the community is coming together in support of the family and for those who knew him best. 'I'm speaking on behalf of the Schultz family who is experiencing an unimaginable heartbreak after the tragic loss of their beautiful beloved son Matthew.' 'A bright light': Teen who died after fall from Memorial Day parade float in Green remembered as 'loyal and funny' While the family continues to mourn in private, their close friends arspoke on their behalf during a news conference in Green on Tuesday morning. 'The family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to everyone who has reached out with love and support and prayers, all the support over these few days,' family spokesperson Danielle Paciorek said. Flags now flying at half staff throughout the city of North Canton in honor of the 13-year-old killed after falling off a parade float. He is being remembered as a bright light full of curiosity, laughter and love. He had a passion for Star Wars and his favorite snack in the world was Fruit Roll-Ups. North Canton City Schools declined to comment on the tragedy, saying in a statement that they are focusing on supporting students and staff during this difficult time. Rick Derringer, Ohio native singer, songwriter with ties to Ohio State, dies In addition to grief counselors at North Canton High School, a GoFundMe page has been set up to help ease the family's burden of funeral expenses and bills — allowing them to focus more, friends said, on healing. 'Matthew's absence leaves a hole that can't be filled, but his spirit will live on in everyone he touched.' Grief counselors are being made available until 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Details on funeral arrangements have not yet been released, but services will more than likely be held at Christ the Servant Parish where Matthew was an alter server. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Epoch Times
27-05-2025
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Ohio Teen Boy Dies After Fall From Memorial Day Parade Float
A 13-year-old boy from North Canton died Monday after falling from a parade float during the City of Green's Memorial Day parade, according to local officials. The incident has left the community in mourning and prompted an outpouring of support for the boy's family. Matthew Schultz, a student at North Canton City Schools, was riding on a dual-axle car hauler trailer sponsored by Air Ninja Gym as part of the parade festivities, according to the Summit County Sheriff's Office's May 26 The trailer, pulled by a Ford F-150 pickup truck, was carrying seven children between the ages of 7 and 13, with an adult walking on either side for supervision. The vehicle was traveling at or below 5 mph and was about 200 feet north of the roundabout at Massillon Road and Steese Road when the accident happened. Authorities said the boy fell from the front of the trailer and was subsequently struck by the trailer's tires. Green Fire and EMS, who were participating in the parade and were two vehicles behind the trailer, witnessed the accident and responded right away. He was transported to Akron Children's Hospital, where he was pronounced dead from his injuries, the Related Stories 5/27/2025 5/26/2025 At a Counselors have been made available at Green High School and for first responders and staff, as well as for anyone in the community who needs support, according to Yeargin. The Summit Metro Crash Team is assisting the Summit County Sheriff's Office in the ongoing investigation. Massillon Road was closed for approximately two hours Monday as authorities processed the scene, according to the sheriff's office. A Speaking on behalf of the Schultz family during the news conference, Schultz family representative Danielle Paciorek said: 'Matthew was just 13 years old, but in that short time, he brought a lifetime worth of joy to those who knew him. He was a bright light fueled curiosity, laughter, and love. He had a passion for Star Wars, and his favorite snack in the world was fruit snacks. 'He was always quick with a smile and a kind word to his friends. He was loyal and funny, the kind of friend who you made for life,' she added. 'Matthew's absence leaves a hole that cannot be filled.' The Schultz family is asking for privacy at this time as they grieve, Paciorek said. From
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27-05-2025
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13-year-old boy dead after falling off Memorial Day parade trailer
A 13-year-old boy who fell off a Memorial Day parade trailer in Green, Ohio and suffered critical injuries was pronounced dead at a local hospital, the city's fire department says, citing the Summit County Sheriff's Office and the city government. The trailer was being pulled by a pickup truck, the fire department says, when he fell off the front of the trailer. The was no word on how it happened. The boy was a student at North Canton City Schools. His name wasn't released. The incident is being investigated by the Sheriff's Office and other agencies. Green is about halfway between Canton and Akron in central Ohio. Delta Air Lines' 100th year takes flight Trump delivers Memorial Day remarks at Arlington National Cemetery Full interview: Jack McCain on "Face the Nation"
