Police investigating drowning of 5-year-old child

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE
Case #: 24-109319
Police investigating drowning of 5-year-old child

The Windsor Police Service is investigating the tragic drowning death of a 5-year-old girl.

Shortly before 9 p.m. on September 9, 2024, officers responded to a report of a drowning at a residence in the 4200 block of Barton Crescent. Police arrived on scene and quickly recovered the child from the bottom of the home’s backyard pool.

Following the rescue, officers and personnel from Windsor Fire & Rescue Services performed life-saving measures on the unresponsive child pending the arrival of emergency medical services. Despite the efforts of first responders, the child was pronounced deceased at the hospital.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Windsor Police Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830. They can also submit tips anonymously to Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

If you or someone you know is an affected person in need of support, please call Victim Services Windsor Essex County at 519-723-2711 or the Victim Assistance Unit at Windsor Police at 519-255-6700, ext. 4879.