KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) – Kansas City Police have identified the 5-year-old boy whose death is being investigated as suspicious.
Police said 5-year-old Grayson O’Connor died Monday.
After going through security cameras in the area around 1000 Grand Boulevard and the Grand Boulevard Lofts, investigators determined O’Connor fell from the apartment building before his body was found.
KCPD said detectives are still working to determine whether O’Connor’s death was a homicide or child neglect and endangerment case.
“It is believed the child fell from the apartment window, the means of how that happened is still under investigation,” KCPD said.
Police also said O’Connor’s mother was transported to the hospital on the day of the incident and she is a subject of interest in the investigation.
O’Connor’s school released the following statement on his passing:
Sincerely,Principal Jaqueline Tanner, Primitivo Garcia Elementary School
Dear Garcia families,
It is with a heavy heart that I share with you a deeply tragic event that has impacted our Garcia Elementary family. I am sad to announce that one of our students has lost his life.
Words cannot adequately express the profound sadness we all feel as we come to terms with this devastating loss. The passing of a young life is an indescribable tragedy, and our thoughts and prayers go out to the student’s family and loved ones during this incredibly challenging time.
Our primary concern now is to support our students, faculty, and staff as they process this news and navigate their emotions. Garcia Elementary and KCPS will provide a safe space for all of our students and staff to express their feelings and seek help if needed. We have counselors and support staff available to offer guidance and a listening ear to anyone who needs it.
If you have any questions or need support, please do not hesitate to reach out to our counseling department or the school administration. My door is also always open. We are here for you, and we will get through this together.
