URGENT UPDATE: A tragic incident in Zebulon, North Carolina has left a community in mourning after a 6-year-old girl died following an apparent drowning in a local pond. The Zebulon Police Department reported that emergency responders were called to the scene on Randwick Valley Court around 6 p.m. on Wednesday.
Upon arrival, officers and firefighters worked quickly to pull the young girl from the water. First responders immediately initiated life-saving measures, but despite their efforts, she was later pronounced dead at a nearby hospital, authorities confirmed.
In a heartfelt statement on social media, the Zebulon Police Department expressed their condolences, stating, “The Zebulon Police Department extends our deepest condolences to the family and all those affected by this tragedy. We ask the community to keep them in your prayers and stand with them during this difficult time.”
The investigation into this heartbreaking incident is ongoing, with police urging anyone with information to come forward. This devastating event has shaken the local community, highlighting the urgent need for water safety awareness.
As the investigation continues, the community is reminded of the importance of vigilance around water bodies, especially with children. Local authorities are expected to share more details as they become available.
Stay tuned for updates on this tragic story as we monitor the situation closely.
