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Tragic Sand Hole Collapse Claims Life of 14-Year-Old

1/15/2026

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A sand hole collapsed at an Inverness park in Florida, killing a 14-year-old boy and leaving another in critical condition.
The boys were digging in the sand when authorities were alerted after they did not return home for lunch.
Rescuers found them about 30 minutes later in the collapsed hole and transported them to a hospital.
Inverness Middle School said counselors would support affected students.

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Story summary

A sand hole collapsed at an Inverness park in Florida, killing a 14-year-old boy and leaving another in critical condition.
The boys were digging in the sand when authorities were alerted after they did not return home for lunch.
Rescuers found them about 30 minutes later in the collapsed hole and transported them to a hospital.
Inverness Middle School said counselors would support affected students.