Family Seeks Answers After 7-Year-Old Fractures Femur at School

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A 7-year-old student named Daevian sustained a serious femur fracture while at his elementary school in Hyattsville, Maryland. His parents rushed to the school after receiving a call from the nurse, but say they still don't know what led to the injury. The school district has launched an investigation into the incident and placed a staff member on administrative leave.

Why it matters

This incident raises concerns about student safety and supervision in schools, especially for students with special needs like Daevian who has autism and an Individualized Education Program (IEP). It also highlights the importance of clear communication and emergency protocols when a student is seriously injured on school grounds.

The details

According to Daevian's parents, Anthony and his wife, the first-grader was in distress and "screaming bloody murder" when they arrived at the school. The substitute teacher told them she did not know what happened, as the students were "having fun" during an activity when Daevian suddenly ended up on the floor injured. The parents say the school did not call 911, and they had to take Daevian to the hospital themselves, where he underwent surgery for the femur fracture.

• The incident occurred on February 19, 2026 during the school day at Edward M. Felegy Elementary School.
• Daevian's parents received the call from the school nurse around 9 a.m. that morning.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The school district says its investigation will try to determine what caused Daevian's injury, whether appropriate actions were taken, and what steps are necessary moving forward. The staff member involved has been placed on administrative leave.