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Chelsea teen passes away after being struck by lightning

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Tristan Barger fought for several days, but was overcome by his injuries. Tristan Barger fought for several days, but was overcome by his injuries.
CHELSEA, AL (WBRC) -

The Bay County Sheriff's Office has confirmed that a Chelsea teen that was struck by lightning has passed away.

14-year-old Tristan Barger and his step father, 42-year-old James Keith Brown, were struck on August 6th while trying to get back to their boat from the beach. Brown was carrying Barger due to a recently injured ankle.

Brown was killed at the scene. Barger was transported to Sacred Heart Hospital where he passed away on Wednesday night.

Funeral plans have yet to be released.

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