Myers Park High School student dies, officials say

CHARLOTTE — A student at a Charlotte high school died over the weekend.

Officials at Myers Park High School said senior Barron Alexander Harris passed away early Sunday morning. The cause of his death is unknown.

We are deeply saddened to share that Barron Alexander Harris, a senior, died early this morning. Our thoughts & prayers are with his family & friends. Barron is known by his friends for his loyalty, engaging personality, & loving spirit. He will be deeply missed. pic.twitter.com/Gc1FmzanXy
— Myers Park High (@MyersParkHS) April 16, 2023

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“We are deeply saddened to share that Barron Alexander Harris, a senior, died early this morning,” officials said in a statement. “Our thoughts & prayers are with his family & friends. Barron is known by his friends for his loyalty, engaging personality, and loving spirit. He will be deeply missed.”

Further information about a memorial service will be released at a later time.

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