By rdnewsNOW staff

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RCMP investigate drowning of toddler in Wetaskiwin

Jul 5, 2024 | 4:27 PM

RCMP say a 5-year-old has died by drowning at Lions Campground in Wetaskiwin.

It was 4 p.m. on July 2 when RCMP were advised of the incident that had occurred earlier that day.

Investigation determined that the child, a resident of Wetaskiwin, had left the family camper while their parents were sleeping.

The child was located in the pond adjacent to the campground.

CPR was attempted and EMS transported the child to hospital to conduct additional lifesaving efforts, but the child passed away in hospital.

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The RCMP expresses its condolences to loved ones.

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