A one-year-old British toddler has died after she was found floating in a hotel pool in the Canary Islands. The child was pulled from the pool at a hotel complex in Lajares, a village in northern Fuerteventura, on June 15. Medics revived her at the scene, and she spent several days in intensive care before passing away.
Incident Details
The incident occurred at a hotel complex in Lajares, Fuerteventura, where the family was on holiday. The toddler was discovered floating in the pool and was immediately rescued by bystanders and hotel staff. Emergency services arrived and managed to revive her before transporting her to a local hospital.
Medical Response and Outcome
Despite the initial revival, the child remained in intensive care for several days. According to local reports, she succumbed to her injuries and died. The exact cause of death has not been officially released, but authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Family and Community Reaction
The British family has been left devastated by the loss. A spokesperson for the Foreign Office confirmed they are providing consular support to the family. The hotel management expressed their condolences and are cooperating fully with the investigation.
