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Selma High School student dies during tragic weekend for city

SELMA – A high school student from Selma died on Friday during a tragic weekend in the “Queen City of the Black Belt.”

Au'Terrious Walter, a 16-year-old sophomore at Selma City Schools, died Friday, Superintendent Zickeyous Byrd announced on the school system's Facebook page.

“It is with a heavy heart that I share the heartbreaking news of the passing of one of our high school students, Au'Terrious Walter, who passed away Friday night,” Byrd wrote. “This is a difficult time for all of us as we process this loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and classmates during this incredibly difficult time.”

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The post did not mention how Au'Terrious died. His death is the second death of a city teenager in 24 hours. On Saturday, Morgan Academy quarterback Caden Tellier died in a Birmingham hospital. The 16-year-old suffered a severe brain injury during the private school's home opener Friday night and was flown by helicopter to a Birmingham hospital.

Byrd said counselors will be on-site at city schools this week.

“In the days ahead, it is critical that we come together as a community to support one another and honor the memory of this bright and promising 16-year-old student,” Byrd said in the statement about Au'Terrious' death. “This young man showed so much potential and his absence leaves a void that will be felt by many. His loss is a profound tragedy for the entire school community.”

Contact Montgomery Advertiser reporter Marty Roney at [email protected].

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