Portsmouth Teen Killed, Others Injured in Building Collapse

A tragic building collapse in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, resulted in the death of 15-year-old Kelly Nevitt and left a 17-year-old girl in critical condition. The collapse occurred when a concrete landing detached from the exterior stairway of the Portuguese American Citizens Club during a graduation party. The community has rallied in support of Nevitt's family through fundraisers, including a GoFundMe that has raised over $90,000, and local events such as a Night of Remembrance and a Celebration of Life. Nevitt was remembered as a talented and compassionate individual passionate about musical theater and the arts. Mental health professionals urge parents and children to maintain open communication and routines while seeking support to cope with grief and trauma following the incident. Several other individuals sustained injuries, with some hospitalized, as investigations into the cause of the collapse continue.