A 1-year-old drowned Tuesday afternoon after a family member found the child submerged in a backyard pool in south Indian River County, according to the Indian River County Sheriff’s Office.
Emergency Response and Hospital Transport
First responders, including the Indian River County Sheriff’s Office, arrived at the scene at 4:30 p.m. The toddler was rushed to Lawnwood Regional Hospital, where the child later died.
Investigation Remains Open
The identity of the child and the circumstances around the drowning have not been confirmed at this time. The Port St. Lucie Police Department aided in the law enforcement response. The investigation is open.
Frequently Asked Questions About Indian River County Backyard Pool Drowning
What happened to the 1-year-old in Indian River County?
A family member found the 1-year-old submerged in a backyard pool in south Indian River County on Tuesday afternoon. The child was taken to the hospital but later died.
When did first responders arrive at the scene?
First responders, including the Indian River County Sheriff’s Office, arrived at the scene at 4:30 p.m.
Where was the toddler taken for medical treatment?
The toddler was rushed to Lawnwood Regional Hospital, where the child later died.
Has the child’s identity been released?
The identity of the child and the circumstances around the drowning have not been confirmed at this time.
Which agencies are involved in the response?
The Indian River County Sheriff’s Office and the Port St. Lucie Police Department both participated in the law enforcement response. The investigation is open.
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