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Cameron broke his neck, CNN affiliate KNOE reports

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(CNN) A Louisiana high school football player died after suffering an injury while playing a game Friday, the Franklin Parish coroner's office said.

Tyrell Cameron, a student at Franklin Parish High School, died shortly after he was transported to Franklin Medical Center late Friday, said coroner's office spokesman Shane Scott.

The player was hit during a punt return in the fourth quarter in the game against Sterlington High School, Franklin Parish head coach Barry Sebren told CNN affiliate KNOE

Northeast Louisiana Ambulance Service was on the sidelines during the game and rushed onto the field to help when Cameron was injured.

The cause of death is under investigation, but KNOE reported Cameron broke his neck.

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