NewsWorld newsNurseriesIan Gael Hernández, 6, was enjoying playtime at his nursery school in Monclova, Mexico, when the tragic incident occurred on Monday 25 May morning17:21, 30 May 2026A six-year-old boy died after a swing he was playing on at school suddenly collapsed, causing him to fall and strike his head on stones. Ian Gael Hernández was enjoying playtime at his nursery school when the tragic incident took place on Monday (25 May) morning.‌He was happily swinging when the metal structure unexpectedly gave way. Ian fell and his head struck stones lining the edge of the playground in Monclova, Mexico.‌An ambulance was called, but family members reportedly felt it was taking too long to arrive, so they rushed the boy to a nearby hospital themselves.‌Sadly, upon arrival, medical staff confirmed the devastating news that he had no vital signs, as reported by NeedToKnow.The Coahuila State Attorney General's Office has launched an investigation to determine why the swing collapsed and whether there were failures in maintenance, supervision, or safety procedures at the María Helena Chanes nursery school, reports the Daily Star.‌Local residents claim the equipment had been in a state of disrepair for some time, raising serious concerns about the neglect of the playground area.The structure involved in Monday's tragic accident was removed from the preschool on Wednesday (28 May). At the time of writing, children had still not returned to school.Article continues belowIan is survived by his parents, grandparents, a four year old sister and a two year old brother. His devastated mother, Escarleth Guel Puente, posted a heartfelt tribute online: "How do I explain to your siblings that you're gone, my little one?"And if I hadn't sent you to nursery school, you'd still be with me."I'd give anything to go back and undo sending you to nursery so you could still be here with me, my love."Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌EducationHospitalsSchoolsNurseries