Overview

• Amin Noroozi, a 17-year-old student-athlete at Acalanes High School, passed away Thursday after sustaining a spinal injury in a diving accident at Stinson Beach on Sunday.
• Noroozi was airlifted to John Muir Medical Center in Walnut Creek, where he underwent emergency surgery but ultimately could not recover from his injuries.
• The Lafayette community quickly mobilized to support the Noroozi family, organizing fundraisers, including a baseball game where all proceeds were donated to help with medical expenses.
• Acalanes High School has opened communal gathering spaces and is providing counseling and wellness services to help students cope with the loss.
• Noroozi’s mother, Ofelia, who manages a food truck and works full-time, has been at the center of community efforts, with a GoFundMe campaign also raising significant funds for the family.