BALTIMORE, Md. — A 3-year-old girl died Saturday evening after a reported drowning on Burbank Drive, with emergency crews unable to save her after rushing her to a hospital, officials said.
Officers from the Baltimore County Police Department’s 2nd District and Fire Rescue personnel responded around 5:31 p.m. on April 18 to the 10900 block of Burbank Drive following a report of a possible child drowning.
Emergency response ends in tragedy
When first responders arrived, they located the child and immediately transported her to a nearby hospital for treatment. Despite those efforts, she was later pronounced dead, according to officials.
Authorities have not released the child’s identity.
Medical examiner to determine cause of death
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore will conduct an autopsy to determine the official cause and manner of death.
Investigators have indicated that, at this stage, no foul play is suspected. The case remains under active investigation as officials work to confirm the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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Key Points
• 3-year-old girl died after reported drowning on Burbank Drive in Baltimore County
• Emergency crews transported the child to a hospital, where she was pronounced dead
• Medical examiner will determine official cause of death; no foul play suspected
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What remains under investigation
While preliminary findings suggest the incident was accidental, investigators continue reviewing the scene and gathering details about how the drowning occurred.
Cases involving young children often require thorough examination, even when early indicators do not point to criminal activity. Authorities have not released additional information about where or how the child was found.
Ongoing case status
Baltimore County Police confirmed the investigation remains active, with the medical examiner’s findings expected to provide further clarity in the coming days.
The death remains under investigation, and officials have not announced any additional updates.