Drowning death of child in backyard pool
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, October 15, 2026 12 p.m.
Ottawa — Emergency crews responded to a residence in the area of Bathgate Drive and Matheson Road at approximately 5:20 p.m. yesterday after a 4-year-old child was found unresponsive in a neighbour’s backyard pool.
Despite life-saving efforts, the child passed away.
A preliminary investigation has found no indication of suspicious circumstances.
Police will continue to review the circumstances surrounding the incident, including how the child accessed the neighbouring property.
Our heartfelt condolences are with the child’s family and loved ones, as well as the neighbours and first responders affected by this tragic loss.
To protect the family’s privacy, further identifying details, including the child’s gender and the street name, will not be released.
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