Texas Boy in Coma After Dream Birthday Trip to NYC Takes Tragic Turn

A Birthday Trip Gone Wrong

A 10-year-old boy from Texas took a birthday trip to New York City with his family, but the celebration turned into a nightmare when he fell violently ill. Riker Stippick was induced into a coma and hospitalized in the pediatric ICU at Bellevue Hospital after experiencing a sudden brain bleed.

The Unforeseen Tragedy

His family had surprised him with the trip to attend the popular Broadway musical "Hamilton" and taste his first New York City pizza. However, on the way to the World Trade Center, Riker began complaining of an intense headache, followed by vomiting and excruciating pain, leading to the diagnosis of an arteriovenous malformation.

Medical Measures and Community Support

Surgeons drilled a hole in Riker's skull to drain blood and remove clotting, while doctors wait for him to stabilize before fully diagnosing his condition. The family has received overwhelming support from their community and their church has raised over $78,000 on GoFundMe to help with medical expenses.