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(LibertySociety.com) – A popular senior year tradition turned deadly when a Texas high school student died from injuries sustained while playing “Senior Assassin,” raising serious questions about the safety of these unregulated games.
At a Glance
- Isaac Leal, 17, died on June 2 after sustaining severe head injuries while playing “Senior Assassin,” a water gun game popular among high school seniors
- The South Grand Prairie High School baseball player was injured when he jumped onto a moving Jeep Wrangler on April 21
- Leal spent over a month on life support and underwent multiple surgeries before succumbing to his injuries
- Authorities ruled the death accidental, and no charges will be filed against the Jeep driver
- The tragedy has prompted calls for greater awareness about the potential dangers of the unsanctioned game
Fatal Game Goes Wrong
Isaac Leal, a promising high school senior and baseball player from South Grand Prairie High School in North Texas, lost his life on June 2 following complications from injuries sustained while playing “Senior Assassin.” The 17-year-old suffered a severe blunt force injury to his head on April 21 when he jumped onto a parked Jeep Wrangler that unexpectedly began moving in a residential neighborhood. The incident occurred during gameplay of the popular but controversial water gun game that many graduating seniors participate in across the country.
After the fall, the driver of the Jeep immediately called 911, and Leal was transported to Medical City Arlington unconscious. Arlington police began investigating the incident on May 3 but found no evidence of reckless driving or intent to harm. The Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office officially ruled the death accidental, attributing it to “blunt force injury” to the head. No criminal charges will be filed against the driver involved in the incident.
Family’s Struggle and Hope
During Leal’s extended hospitalization, his family maintained hope for his recovery despite the grim prognosis. Leal underwent multiple surgeries and medical tests while remaining in a coma on life support for over a month. His parents stayed by his side throughout the ordeal, noting occasional signs of responsiveness that gave them reason for optimism.
“Our kid is a fighter,” said Jose Leal, Isaac’s father. “We see certain characteristics, like a smile or we see tears coming down his eyes.”
The family’s lives were upended by the tragic accident. “Everything was planned out, but plans changed overnight. Nothing matters but saving your kid’s life,” said Raquel Vazquez, Isaac’s mother. While acknowledging the accidental nature of what happened, Vazquez also expressed frustration, stating, “I understand accidents happen, but this was not an accident.”
Understanding “Senior Assassin”
The game “Senior Assassin” has become a tradition for many high school seniors across America. Players use water guns to “eliminate” other participants, often tracking targets through dedicated mobile apps. Jose Leal explained how the game typically works: “Everybody that’s playing has to download that app, so, that way, they can tell you what location each person is at.”
“We are heartbroken,” stated the South Grand Prairie Baseball team in a social media post honoring their teammate.
Isaac had a promising future ahead of him as a pitcher with scholarship offers. A GoFundMe was established to assist the family with memorial service expenses. The tragedy has sparked conversations within the community about the potential dangers of unregulated games like “Senior Assassin” that schools typically do not sanction but many students enthusiastically participate in each spring. Isaac’s family has indicated they hope to raise awareness about the game’s potential dangers to prevent similar accidents from claiming other young lives.
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