Tennessee Teen Cross-Country Runner Dies

Tristen Franklin, a 15-year-old student from Sycamore High School in Tennessee, tragically died while jogging in extreme heat on Tuesday. The boy collapsed during his routine run in Pleasant View, which recorded temperatures exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Although he was a member of the cross country team, the incident occurred off school property. The Cheatham County School District expressed deep sorrow over his passing and is providing counseling support for those affected. The exact cause of death remains under investigation, with local authorities also examining another potential heat-related death in the area. Community members have voiced their grief, emphasizing the tragic loss of such a young life.