Tragic Drowning at First Birthday Party Claims Life of Baby Boy in Brazil
A one-year-old boy has tragically died after drowning in a swimming pool during his own first birthday party celebration in Brazil, with police now investigating the incident.
Little Noah Gabriel da Silva Guimarães drowned in the pool at a farm in the city of São Carlos, located in Brazil's São Paulo province, on Saturday night. He was discovered floating in the pool by his father's sister-in-law, who pulled him out by the arm.
Emergency Response and Hospitalisation
A party guest immediately attempted to administer CPR as authorities were alerted. The young victim was rushed to a nearby hospital, but he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
Police, who were on patrol in the area, were called to reports of a drowning and stated there were approximately ten people at the event. Witnesses allegedly informed police about where the child was found floating.
Investigation and Scene Details
Officers documented the area, noting that heavy rain had lowered an outdoor awning, which in turn reduced visibility to other parts of the property. They indicated that people in the party hall would have been unable to see the pool.
After speaking with the child's parents and medical staff, they were informed that the child did not survive and that he died in the hospital. Information obtained by media outlet g1 revealed Noah's first birthday was on December 17, but the celebration took place over the weekend.
Parental Account and Aftermath
Noah's parents visited the local police station on Sunday morning and were described as being in a state of shock but emotionally stable. They explained that after the party, they had been taking down decorations while Noah was still in his father's lap.
However, Noah left his father's lap at one point and headed toward where his mother was. It is believed he went to the pool at this time. Shortly afterward, an aunt found him fallen in the water.
There is no further information about Noah's final moments, including exactly where his parents were at the precise time of his death. The São Paulo State Public Security Secretariat confirmed an investigation is underway, with inquiries ongoing to clarify the events.
Legal Proceedings and Autopsy
A forensic examination of the scene and an autopsy have been requested. The case was later registered as both a suspicious death and an accidental death at the São Carlos Police Station.
