An Oregon City High School student died Wednesday after driving a car into a tree south of Oregon City.

Emergency workers were unable to revive Charles Anthony Brennan, 16, after responding to a call at 7:32 a.m. Wednesday, according to a news release.

A nearby resident heard the crash and called 911.

According to the release, deputies arrived to find a 2013 Volkswagen four-door sedan crashed into a tree.

Emergency workers pulled the driver from the vehicle and began lifesaving efforts but were unable to revive Brennan.

Brennan was not wearing a seat belt, according to law enforcement officers, and there is no indication of speeding or intoxication. An investigation into the crash is ongoing.

The high school learned of the death early this morning and have created a safe room and made counselors available for students. A crisis response team was activated and will operate for the rest of the week, said Michael Clark, Oregon City High School director of communications.

Brennan, Clark said, “was friendly, and he was actively involved in his school and academics.”

Currently, there are no details about a commemoration.

“It’s a very, very tragic day at the school and it’s impacting the community very hard,” said Clark.

-- Piper McDaniel; amcdaniel@oregonian.com; 503-221-4307; @Piperamcdaniel

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