Legacy High School student passed away suddenly after athletic practice

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — A student at Legacy High School has passed away, according to the Clark County School District.

In a note to parents, Principal Kenneth Sobaszek alerted them that the student has passed away suddenly after some type of athletic practice.

See full note below:

Legacy High School Families,

It is with deep sympathy that I inform you of the recent passing of one of our students.

As athletic practice was beginning Monday evening, a student suffered a medical emergency. It is with a heavy heart that I inform you that the student passed away. The school and district are mourning the loss of this young life.

It is never easy to lose a valuable life, especially at a young age and we will truly remember this student as part of our Longhorn family.

CCSD’s Crisis Response team is available to provide additional support to anyone who needs it.

Please monitor any signs of grief or behavioral changes in your child as this loss may affect them in unexpected ways as well as keep your lines of communication open with them. It is important to be honest with your child and allow them to express feelings of disbelief, anger and/or grief.

Reassure your child that there is always someone with whom they can talk with and that these feelings are normal.

If you have any concerns or questions about your child, please contact the school at 702-799-1777.

Thank you.

Kenneth Sobaszek

Principal

Legacy High School

The Clark County School District also released a statement saying:

Clark County School District (CCSD) is deeply saddened by the sudden passing of one of our students. The District is in mourning over the loss of this young life. Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the student during this time. It is never easy to lose a valuable life, especially at a young age and we will truly remember this student as part of the CCSD family.

Clark County released a coroner statement Tuesday afternoon stating:

The Clark County Office of the Coroner/Medical Examiner (CCOCME) is currently investigating the cause and manner of the death of Cajetan Chinoyelum Nsofor, 13, of North Las Vegas. He was pronounced at 7:40 p.m. on Monday, June 28. At this time, we are having toxicology and histology tests performed, and additional tests may be done if necessary.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Cajetan’s family and friends at this difficult time.

News 3 is working to gather more information.

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