Death investigation
The Nacogdoches County Sheriff Office is investigating the death of a four year old child today that occurred on Green Mountain Road in Nacogdoches County. At approximately 1:13 pm deputies were dispatched to a residence in reference to a tree falling on a child. Upon arrival deputies found the father attempting to revive the child. Deputies assisted with CPR until Nacogdoches County EMS arrived. EMS personnel continued life saving medical treatment while a deputy drove the ambulance to Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital. The child later succumbed to injuries and was pronounced deceased.
A preliminary investigation has shown that a dead pine tree fell on the child. Family members were burning around three dead pine trees. The fire apparently jumped a fire line that family members had made. One of the family members went outside to contain the fire and the child followed outside. During this time, without any warning a pine tree fell and struck the child.
The investigation so far has revealed that this was a tragic accident that has taken the life of this precious little girl. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the family.
The sheriff office is with holding the victim and family members name at this time.
