6-year-old boy dies after falling 81 feet from high-rise apartment balcony: police

A 6-year-old boy died after falling 81 feet from a high-rise apartment balcony in Tennessee. Authorities identified the child as Kingston McWilliams, who lived in the 200 E. Webster apartment building in Madison. The incident occurred on Tuesday night when his mother briefly left the living room and discovered him missing before finding his body on the concrete below after checking the balcony. Police confirmed the boy was rushed to Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital but died shortly after arrival. Investigators noted the child had frequently attempted to climb or lean over the balcony and had been repeatedly warned against it. The Metropolitan Nashville Police Department classified the death as an apparent tragic accident, though Youth Services detectives continue to investigate. The apartment building is located on the eighth floor, and the fall distance was approximately 81 feet. The child’s mother reported she was in another room for a short period when she returned and found her son missing. After searching the apartment and hallway, she looked over the balcony railing and discovered his body below. Preliminary findings suggest no foul play, but detectives remain focused on determining the circumstances leading to the fall. The case is still under investigation to ensure all possible factors are considered.