Spencer Wright : “Rodeo Star’s Son Drives Toy Tractor into Utah River”

BEAVER, Utah (KTVX) — A child hospitalized after driving a toy tractor into a river in southwestern Utah has been identified as Levi Wright, the son of renowned rodeo star Spencer Wright, according to a family spokesperson.

Mindy Sue Clark, a close friend of the Wright family, revealed that Levi Wright, a young boy from a Utah family with a strong rodeo background, is currently in critical condition at a hospital in Salt Lake City.

Earlier on Wednesday, Clark shared a heartfelt statement on Facebook on behalf of Levi’s parents, Spencer and Kallie Wright, indicating the severity of Levi’s condition and the family’s emotional struggle.

Family’s Emotional Journey

“Levi’s heart is beating on its own, he has a will to breathe but his sweet little brain was without oxygen too long and there is no coming back from that. We cuddled him all night and feel strongly that his spirit is no longer with us. We can’t be selfish and drag this out for days, he doesn’t deserve that. Shortly we will stop care and hold him close until his last breath on earth. My Baby, my beans, Mom & Dad love you always and forever!”

In a later update, Kallie Wright shared that Levi had shown unexpected improvements, describing them as “small miracles” and urged supporters to continue praying for their son’s recovery.

“He is fevering so they’re keeping him really cold which is hard to watch, I can just hear him saying “mommy, I’m pretty coldy,” reads the statement attributed to Kallie Wright. “He is getting an eeg, to monitor any brain activity and we haven’t heard much on what they’re seeing yet. They’ve also started him on antibiotics and will do an MRI Friday or Saturday,” she said.

Community Support and Fundraiser

Friends of the Wright family have organized a raffle where participants can win hat racks and other rodeo-related items, with all proceeds going towards supporting the Wright family during this challenging time.

The Wright family is well-known in the rodeo world, with Spencer Wright currently ranking 35th in global standings according to The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. Spencer has achieved success in various rodeo events and recently won the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show and Rodeo in Mercedes, Texas.

Prayers and Support

The entire rodeo community has rallied around the Wright family during this difficult time, with PRCA CEO Tom Glause expressing solidarity and support.

“The entire ProRodeo community’s heart aches for the Wright family,” said Glause. “We will continue to hold them in our thoughts and prayers as they navigate through this challenging period.”

As Levi continues his fight for recovery, the Wright family remains hopeful for positive signs and appreciates the outpouring of love and support from their community and beyond.

Investigation and Response

The Beaver County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the incident where a child drove a toy tractor into a river, prompting a swift response from emergency services. The child was quickly located and transported to a hospital for treatment.

Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the incident and are providing updates as the situation unfolds.

For more information and updates on Levi Wright’s condition, supporters are encouraged to follow the family’s official social media channels and fundraising efforts.