Jack Gear Death – Following a jet ski collision on Tuesday night, 10-year-old Jack Gear passed away. Union City Elementary School is in sorrow for his heartbreaking loss. A serious collision involving two personal watercraft took place on Old Hickory Lake in Wilson County. A 19-year-old female employee from Boxwell Campground was piloting one of the jet skis carrying Jack, a well-liked pupil at the school. Critical injuries were sustained by both Jack and the young child in the collision.
Details of the Collision
The collision took place near the Roxwell Reservation, a popular campground for Boy Scouts. According to officials, the jet ski operated by the 19-year-old collided with another watercraft, which was being driven by another campground staffer with a juvenile passenger. The impact of the crash caused severe injuries to both parties involved. Emergency services quickly transported Jack and the 19-year-old to separate hospitals—Jack to Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital and the woman to Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Despite medical efforts, Jack was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital.
Community Support and Mourning
The Obion County School District issued a heartfelt message to the student body and Jack’s family in the wake of this tragic event. UC Director of Schools Wes Kennedy expressed the community’s grief, stating, “Our hearts are heavy, and our collective thoughts, prayers, and love are extended to Jack’s family. We will provide whatever emotional support is needed to the family and his classmates.” The loss of young Jack Gear has deeply affected the Union City Elementary School community. Support services are being offered to help students and families cope with this devastating loss.
