A tragic accident in Cary, Illinois, left a 3-year-old boy, Cohen Liggett, critically injured after falling off a moving lawnmower and getting his legs run over.
Emergency crews from the Cary Fire Protection District and Lake County Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call on Saturday afternoon about a traumatic injury involving a child. Witnesses reported that a family member was operating an industrial stand-on lawnmower when Cohen either fell or jumped off as it was backing up.
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The accident caused severe injuries and massive blood loss. A quick-thinking neighbor applied a makeshift tourniquet until first responders arrived. Cohen was rushed to the hospital, where doctors are treating serious leg wounds. He remains in critical but stable condition and is expected to undergo at least one surgery.
Sheriff’s Office Issues Safety Warning
Lake County Sheriff’s Deputy Chief Christopher Covelli urged parents to keep children away from lawnmowers:
“Children should never ride on them, whether operating or as a passenger with an adult. This heartbreaking incident underscores the importance of keeping children away from mowers at all times.”
According to studies, lawnmower accidents cause over 25,000 injuries and nearly 100 deaths in the U.S. every year.
Family Facing Multiple Hardships
Cohen’s family is already struggling with his younger brother Reed’s health challenges. Reed has undergone three surgeries for a colon issue and was recently diagnosed with mast cell activation syndrome, a rare condition causing severe food and environmental allergies.
A GoFundMe campaign has raised over $35,000 to support the family. The page reads:
“The Liggett family is heartbroken but holding onto hope. They are asking, first and foremost, for your prayers — for Cohen’s complete healing, for strength and peace during this unimaginable time, and for wisdom for the medical team as they make critical decisions for Cohen’s future.”
This tragic accident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of lawnmower safety and keeping children away from hazardous equipment.
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