KANSAS CITY — Law enforcement and school officials are investigating an accident that sent a student the hospital.
On Tuesday afternoon, emergency crews were called to the elementary school in Pleasant Hill, 2097 Oak Park Boulevard after report of an accidental injury, according to a statement from police.
Several students were struck by a falling tree. One student was transported to the hospital, several others were evaluated by EMS and school nursing staff. The school notified parents. The incident is under control and is being investigated. "Please keep the students and staff in your thoughts and prayers."
Pleasant Hill is located approximately 35 southeast of Overland Park, Kansas.