14-year-old Knox MacEwen collapsed and di ed of ca.rdiac ar rest while running a 5K in Florida as part of the Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) program at Western High School in Davie.
He was rushed to Memorial Hospital Miramar but was tragically pronounced dead.
Western High School’s principal, Jimmy Arrojo, expressed condolences, asking the community to support Knox’s family and announcing grief counselors for students and staff.
Knox was active in his church community and beloved by many. Pastor Jon Elswick described him as “the best of us,” a loving, caring, and funny young man.
Our hearts go out to Knox’s family and friends. May he rest in peace.
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