Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Shaquil Barrett’s 2-year-old daughter has drowned in a swimming pool at the Pro Bowl player's Tampa Bay residence.
Barrett’s 2-year-old daughter, Arrayah Barrett, was subsequently taken to a local hospital but was pronounced dead a short time later despite life saving measures that were taken following the incident, authorities said.
"Today's tragic news is heartbreaking for all members of the Buccaneers family. Our thoughts and prayers are with Shaq, Jordanna and the entire Barrett family during this unimaginably difficult time," the Buccaneers said in a statement released on social media. "While no words can provide true comfort at a time such as this, we offer our support and love as they begin to process this very profound loss of their beloved Arrayah.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers outside linebacker Shaquil Barrett speaks to the media following the conclusion of the 2022-2023 season.While authorities did not disclose details around the circumstances of the drowning, they did confirm that the investigation remains open and that the incident was “purely accidental.”
“"It is not believed to be suspicious in nature at this time, but a purely accidental and tragic incident," according to the Tampa Police Department’s statement obtained by
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