A 9-year-old child died Thursday night at Hershey Park's The Boardwalk water park, officials announced.
A 9-year-old child died Thursday night at Hershey Park's The Boardwalk water park, officials announced. "Our hearts break for this child and the child's family," CEO John Lawn said in a statement posted to social media.
Lifeguards at Hershey Park's The Boardwalk noticed the 9-year-old was in distress and "performed an immediate rescue."The child was given life-saving treatment by lifeguards and medics at the park before being taken to Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. "Despite everyone's tireless efforts, the child did not recover," Hershey Park CEO John Lawn said. Officials have not said exactly where in the park the tragic incident unfolded.The child's identity and cause of death have also not been released. Hershey Park CEO John Lawn assured visitors that safety remains their top priority. "Your safety and well-being drive every decision we make," he said. "We will thoroughly investigate this tragedy and honor the memory of the young guest by continuing our focus on ensuring the safety of our guests at Hershey Park."
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