Boy, 7, critical, cops probe ‘push’ at school

Authorities in the Southern Division are currently investigating a distressing incident involving a seven-year-old student from Gasparillo Government Primary School, who is now in critical condition at San Fernando General Hospital. The child, whose identity remains undisclosed, is receiving intensive care after sustaining a ruptured spleen. The incident reportedly occurred on the afternoon of November 12, when the boy’s mother was urgently summoned to the school following allegations that her son had been pushed on the premises. Despite the severity of the situation, the school has yet to release any additional details regarding the incident. Following the event, the child was immediately transported to the hospital’s casualty department. Upon being informed of the critical nature of the injuries, San Fernando police officers, including Cpl Matloo and PC Soogrim, promptly responded and engaged with the boy’s family. As part of their ongoing investigation, police officials visited the school on November 13 to gather further information. However, the exact circumstances surrounding the injury remain unclear, with authorities unable to confirm whether the incident occurred at the school or elsewhere. Media access to the school has been restricted, complicating efforts to obtain more information.