Police were called by ambulance colleagues just before 1.20pm on Monday 28 March following concerns for the welfare of a young person at a school in #Shoeburyness.
Officers attended Shoeburyness High School, Caulfield Road, and met with paramedics who were dealing with a medical emergency.
Despite their best efforts, and those of the school staff, Police have confirmed a Year 7 boy, sadly, has now died.
Officers are treating his death as unexplained and a report will be prepared for the coroner.
District Commander Ian Hughes said: “I would like to offer my condolences to the boy’s family and we are doing everything we can to support them through this tragic and difficult time.
“Our officers remain at the school at this time to continue our enquiries.
“We will continue to investigate the circumstances into the boy’s death and will work with the school tomorrow.
“We are aware of comments on social media, and we want to reassure the local community and parents of pupils at the school, no knife was involved during this tragic incident.”
