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Middle schooler dies after suffering medical emergency during PE class, officials say [Video]

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF/Gray News) – A child is dead after suffering a medical episode while at school in Alabama on Tuesday.

According to Liberty Middle School officials, a seventh-grade student has died after experiencing a medical emergency on campus.

“It is with deep regret that we inform you about a recent loss to our school community,” Liberty Middle School Principal Shannon Brown shared in a statement.

The school identified the student as Morgan Williams.

School officials said Williams suffered a medical episode during a physical education class.

According to Huntsville Emergency Medical Services, first responders were called to a football field at the school before 3 p.m.

“This loss has and will raise many emotions, concerns, and questions for our entire school, especially our students,” Brown said.

Counselors were made available to students who may need any assistance, the principal said.

“We are saddened by this loss to our school community and will make every effort to help you and …

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