18-year-old swimmer dies after June 1 accident at Little Rock’s Southwest Group Middle, pool stays closed

The town of Little Rock sends phrase {that a} younger man who needed to be rescued from the Southwest Group Middle pool Thursday has died of his accidents.

Right here’s the town’s press launch:

LITTLE ROCK – The Metropolis of Little Rock is saddened to report that the 18-year-old younger man concerned within the June 1^st incident on the Southwest Group Middle pool has succumbed to his accidents. Mayor Scott has visited with the younger man’s household to supply prayers and help. “I’m deeply saddened by the tragic incident that occurred yesterday at Southwest Group Middle. I’ve prayed with the younger man’s mother and father, and their household will stay in my prayers throughout this extraordinarily tough time,” Mayor Scott stated.

The Metropolis additionally continues to supply help for the town employees on scene within the aftermath of this tragic incident.

Little Rock Police has initiated a demise investigation, per protocol, to determine all data associated to the incident. Accordingly, no additional particulars can be found at the moment.

Southwest Group Middle will reopen to the general public on Saturday, June 3, 2023, at 8:00 am. The pool will stay closed till additional discover. Please go to the Little Rock Parks and Recreation social media pages for additional updates.

The Metropolis of Little Rock stays dedicated to offering a secure and welcoming surroundings for all residents and guests. We lengthen our deepest sympathies to the household and buddies of the patron who has handed away.

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