Overview
- He was struck in the head by a line drive during baseball practice on March 2 in Chrisman, Illinois, authorities said.
- He was transferred on March 3 to OSF HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria and was listed in critical condition, according to the coroner.
- Despite treatment, he was pronounced brain dead on March 6 at 5:49 p.m., the Peoria County Coroner’s Office said.
- An autopsy determined he died from blunt force trauma to the head, the coroner confirmed.
- Community members held a prayer vigil and area schools organized a wear-red tribute to support his family.