Investigation Launched into Spotswood Drowning Tragedy
Spotswood, New Jersey – In a tragic incident, authorities are currently investigating the drowning of a one-year-old male, as reported by Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Chief Phillip Corbisiero of the Spotswood Police Department. The incident took place on August 9, 2023.
At approximately 11:22 A.M. yesterday, the Spotswood Police Department received a distressing 911 call regarding a child found unresponsive in a pool. Emergency services quickly responded to the scene and promptly administered CPR to the one-year-old victim. The child was then transported to a nearby hospital, where sadly, he was later pronounced deceased.
As the investigation unfolds, authorities are urging the public to come forward with any information that may assist in shedding light on this tragic incident. Lieutenant Edward Shapley of the Spotswood Police Department can be reached at 732-251-2121, while Detective Javier Morillo of the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office can be contacted at 732-745-8843.
The authorities have not released any additional information regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident or the identity of the child and his family. However, they are actively working to gather all available evidence and interviewing potential witnesses to determine what led to this heartbreaking loss.
The photograph accompanying this news article does not directly depict the incident in question, but rather serves as a general representation of police presence in the community.
In the meantime, the Spotswood community is undoubtedly shaken by this devastating event. This unfortunate incident serves as a tragic reminder of the importance of pool safety and the ever-present need for constant supervision when children are near bodies of water.
As the investigation continues, the authorities hope to bring closure to the family affected by this heartbreaking loss, while also raising awareness about the precautions that can be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Please stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as authorities delve further into the circumstances surrounding the drowning of the one-year-old male.
