An 11-year-old Indiana boy has died after sustaining injuries from fireworks.
As reported by ABC News, authorities have confirmed that 11-year-old Camrynn Ray McMichael died on Sunday night (July 3) - the night before Independence Day celebrations.
On Monday, the Indiana State Police confirmed that the child - from Mount Vernon, Indiana - was injured at 9:42PM on Sunday night. Dispatchers in Posey County shortly received a call about the incident.
Camrynn died while en route to a nearby hospital.
Sergeant Todd Ringle of the Indiana State Police has also revealed that Camrynn was the only child present among a group of adults as they ignited fireworks, per TODAY.
In a statement to ABC Evansville affiliate WEHT, the boy's mother, Kyrra Lynn, said that he had been playing with fireworks and then was "gone ... in the blink of an eye".
More on this story below:His mom also told WXIN-TV of Indianapolis" "He died being a boy and playing with fireworks.
"A tragic freak accident, seriously. Fireworks are no joke, and when you think it won’t be yours, in the blink of an eye it is.”
An investigation into the boy's death is being carried out by state police. An autopsy is currently set for Tuesday (July 5).
Lynn described him as a protective older brother and hard-working student who adored sports like soccer, football, and basketball.
Speaking to TODAY Parents, the mom said: "He was dedicated, hard working, (on the) honor roll, and never got in trouble. And if he did it’s because he wanted to make everyone laugh. No matter the situation he tried to be happy."
"He’s every parent's dream of a boy," she added.
Additionally, superintendent of MSD of Mt. Vernon Schools Matt Thompson also paid tribute to the young student, saying:
"The MSD of Mount Vernon is saddened by the loss of Camrynn. We are finalizing plans to provide grief counseling later this week for students and staff. It is tragic to lose such a young, energetic life and we hope to support those impacted by his loss to the best of our abilities."
Fox News reports that fireworks-related injuries have increased by 25% in the United States between 2006 and 2021, per a report from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
NBC News has reported that a Florida man also lost his hand on Sunday night - resulting in both the man and his severed hand being rushed to the hospital.
Our thoughts go out to Camrynn's family and anyone affected by this tragedy.
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