SWANSEA, Mass. (WPRI) — A staffer at a residential youth therapeutic school in Swansea has died after she was kicked by a student Wednesday evening, according to Bristol County District Attorney Thomas Quinn III.

Quinn said the assault happened as the 14-year-old student was attempting to leave a dorm building at Meadowridge Academy without permission.

The victim, identified by Quinn as Amy Morrell, 53, of East Providence, was attempting to restrain the student alongside other staffers when the teenager kicked her in the chest.

Morrell, who collapsed shortly after the assault, was rushed to the hospital where she was pronounced dead Thursday afternoon, according to Quinn.

Quinn said the student, who has not been identified, has been charged with assault and battery causing serious bodily injury.

The investigation into the assault remains ongoing at this time.

In a statement, Meadowridge Academy described Morrell as being a direct care staffer.

“We extend our heartfelt condolences to Amy’s family during this difficult time,” the statement continued. “Support services and resources are available to assist students and staff as we grieve this tragic loss.”