A 5th grade student has died in an ATV accident, according to the sheriff

SULPHUR, La. (KPLC/Gray News) – An 11-year-old boy is dead after a side-by-side ATV accident in Sulfur, Louisiana, Monday.

Two children were riding a Polaris RZR when it overturned, said Kayla Vincent, spokeswoman for the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office.

The accident occurred around 11 a.m. Oct. 14 in the 900 block of Armentor Road

The 11-year-old passenger was partially thrown from the side in the accident.

Officers attempted life-saving measures on the child before he was taken to an area hospital and pronounced dead.

“Two young children were playing and riding an ATV and the ATV overturned. One child was ejected and the other was trapped under the ATV. Our deputies attempted life-saving measures,” said Calcasieu Parish Sheriff Stitch Guillory.

The child’s family identified the victim as Reid Michael Briggs, a fifth-grader at Vincent Settlement Elementary who played baseball for Tornado Athletics. Reid had two brothers.

Vincent Settlement Elementary School released a statement online that read, in part, “He always had a smile on his face and brought joy and kindness to everyone who knew him.” Our thoughts are especially with him during this incredibly difficult time mother, a dedicated employee, and her family.”

A family member’s fundraiser for Reid’s parents surpassed its $30,000 goal Tuesday afternoon.

According to Vincent, the child who was riding side by side was not injured in the accident. She said the investigation is ongoing, but the death appears to be an accident and foul play is not suspected.

“Unfortunately, accidents can occur in these off-road vehicles at any time, even if parents are present and supervising. Sometimes unfortunate accidents happen and this is one of those cases and our condolences go out to the family,” Guillory added.

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