00:00Police say the grandfather, Eon Scotland, was taken to the Scarborough General Hospital following the incident.
00:07He died at the hospital on Sunday morning after his condition reportedly deteriorated.
00:13The student was subsequently taken into police custody as officers investigate the circumstances surrounding Scotland's death.
00:21The student was due to begin Form 4 classes at the Signal Hill Secondary School on Monday.
00:27A former teacher described the development as tragic, recalling the student as a talented football player who represented the school.
00:37The teacher expressed hope that the outcome of the investigation would be favourable for the student and his family.
00:45Contacted by TV6 News, Senior Superintendent of Police Ruddell Kirk said Scotland's death has not been classified as a murder
00:54at this stage.
00:55He said an autopsy will be conducted to determine the cause of death.
01:00Elizabeth Williams, TV6 News.