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Three-Year-Old Dies After Falling into Pool
11 Jan
Summary
- A three-year-old girl tragically died after falling into a backyard swimming pool.
- The incident occurred at a short-term rental property where the family was staying.
- Investigators are currently treating the death as a tragic accident.
A devastating incident occurred early Saturday morning when a three-year-old girl tragically lost her life after falling into a backyard swimming pool. The heartbreaking event took place at a short-term rental property located near 132 Avenue and Southwest 119th Street in Miami-Dade. The girl's parents discovered her in the pool and immediately attempted CPR, with paramedics arriving shortly thereafter to provide critical care.
Despite the best efforts of medical professionals at HCA Florida Kendall Hospital, the young child was pronounced dead. According to the Miami-Dade Sheriff's office, the family was reportedly asleep when the child managed to access the pool area. The circumstances surrounding the incident are being thoroughly investigated.
Investigators have indicated that, at this stage, the death is being considered a tragic accident. There has been no immediate update regarding whether the short-term rental property had a fence surrounding the pool area. The Miami-Dade Sheriff's office is leading the investigation into this profound loss.
