Jack Davey dies in fatal Melbourne schoolyard crash
Jack Davey dies in fatal Melbourne schoolyard crash
Fatal Melbourne schoolyard crash death of Jack Davey – Obituary
An 11-year-old boy named Jack Davey has been identified as the victim of a tragic accident at Auburn South Primary School in Melbourne’s east. Jack succumbed to his injuries after a vehicle crashed into the school’s fence on Tuesday afternoon, just after 2:30 p.m., while he was being transported to the hospital.
The incident occurred when a 40-year-old woman driving an SUV lost control of her vehicle while making a U-turn after picking up her child from the school. The vehicle veered off Burgess Street and plowed through the fence, striking Jack and four other children who were seated at a table on the school grounds.
In addition to Jack’s death, three other children—a pair of 11-year-old girls and a 10-year-old boy—sustained serious injuries and were transported to the hospital for treatment. A passenger in the SUV, also a primary school-aged boy, was unharmed.
Glen Iris Junior Football Club, where Jack played, expressed deep sorrow over the loss. Club president Dave Barnaby remarked on the profound impact the tragedy has had on the community and extended condolences to the families affected by the incident.
Principal Marcus Wicher of Auburn South Primary School emphasized the school’s commitment to supporting students and staff during this challenging time. He expressed heartfelt sympathies for Jack’s family and those of the injured children.
The driver of the SUV was arrested at the scene but has since been released pending further investigation, with no charges filed at this time. Victoria Police believe a medical incident may have contributed to the crash and are seeking any witnesses or additional footage from the public.
Jack Davey dies in fatal Melbourne schoolyard crash Fatal Melbourne schoolyard crash death of Jack Davey – Obituary An 11-year-old boy named Jack Davey has been identified as the victim of a tragic accident at Auburn South Primary School in Melbourne’s east. Jack succumbed to his injuries after a vehicle crashed into the school’s fence…
Jack Davey dies in fatal Melbourne schoolyard crash Fatal Melbourne schoolyard crash death of Jack Davey – Obituary An 11-year-old boy named Jack Davey has been identified as the victim of a tragic accident at Auburn South Primary School in Melbourne’s east. Jack succumbed to his injuries after a vehicle crashed into the school’s fence…