Investigations confirmed that 10-year-old Caleb Schwab died from a fatal neck injury, specifically decapitation, on the Verrückt water slide at Schlitterbahn Waterpark in 2016. The accident occurred when the raft became airborne and collided with overhead netting, leading to criminal charges and the permanent closure of the ride. Read a detailed summary of the incident and subsequent legal findings at Time .
The report details Schwab’s grueling schedule in the weeks before his death: nonstop promotion tours, reported sleep deprivation, and a public social media post weeks earlier lamenting “collapsing under invisible weight.” Friends close to the artist told investigators he had been in secret counseling for anxiety and had avoided discussing health concerns, reportedly fearing it would derail his career. caleb schwab autopsy report exclusive
The autopsy report also notes that the boat was traveling at a high speed at the time of the incident. According to the report, the boat's speed was approximately 40-50 mph. Furthermore, the report suggests that the boat's speed, combined with the fact that Caleb was sitting on the bow of the boat without a life jacket, contributed to the severity of his injuries. The report details Schwab’s grueling schedule in the