All articles tagged with #accidental drowning
Nathan Smith, known as DJ Young Slade, the 27-year-old son of rapper Lil Jon, died from an accidental drowning in a Georgia pond after ingesting psilocybin mushrooms. He was reported missing from Milton on Feb. 3 and was later found; an autopsy found drowning in the setting of psilocybin use with blood testing positive for the hallucinogen. Lil Jon issued a tribute praising his son, who was a music producer, artist and NYU graduate.
Malcolm-Jamal Warner died at age 54 in Costa Rica due to an accidental drowning caused by a rip tide while surfing with his daughter. He was in Costa Rica for a family vacation, and despite rescue efforts, he was found on the ocean floor and pronounced dead after CPR attempts. His body is being transported back to Los Angeles.
Police in Houston are investigating the accidental drowning of 8-year-old Aliyah Jaico, whose body was found inside a large pipe for a lazy river at a Houston hotel where she had been swimming with her family. A lawsuit filed by her mother alleges that the child was sucked into an unsecured opening in the pool’s flow system. The hotel, Doubletree by Hilton Houston Brookhollow, and Hilton Worldwide Holdings are named as defendants in the lawsuit.
Police are investigating the death of 8-year-old Aliyah Jaico, whose body was found inside a large pipe at a Houston hotel's pool area where she had been swimming with her family. Her death was ruled an accidental drowning, and a lawsuit filed by her mother alleges that the child was sucked into an unsecured opening in the pool's flow system. The hotel, Doubletree by Hilton Houston Brookhollow, and Hilton Worldwide Holdings are named as defendants in the lawsuit.
The boyfriend of a woman who tragically died after falling off a cliff into the waters off Hawaii Island is calling for change to the county’s emergency responses, claiming that first responders should have done more to save her. He expressed frustration over the lack of proper equipment and timely assistance, as well as the prolonged wait for help. Despite efforts from authorities, the woman's body was discovered hours later, and an autopsy ruled her death as an accidental drowning.
The cause of Matthew Perry's death has been revealed as accidental drowning and the effects of ketamine, according to the Los Angeles County Coroner's Office. The beloved "Friends" actor, who had a long history of addiction, was found unresponsive in his hot tub at his Los Angeles home. The autopsy report indicated that Perry had been using ketamine therapy, but the amount found in his system was higher than what would be used in treatment. Contributing factors to his death included drowning, coronary artery disease, and the effects of buprenorphine, a medication used to treat opioid use disorder. Perry's former "Friends" castmates expressed their devastation and described themselves as a family in a joint statement.
An 85-year-old woman, identified as Doris T. Gallardo, was found dead inside her submerged vehicle in a retention pond near Ridgeville, South Carolina. First responders located the vehicle at the Walmart Distribution Center and pronounced Gallardo dead at the scene. An autopsy determined that her cause of death was an accidental drowning.
Tafari Campbell, the "beloved" chef of former President Barack Obama and his family, died of accidental drowning in a Martha's Vineyard lake. Campbell, who worked in the White House, was paddleboarding when he was seen struggling in the water. His cause of death was determined to be accidental drowning due to submersion in a body of water. The Obamas considered Campbell part of their family and expressed their sadness at his passing. Campbell is survived by his wife and twin boys.
The body of a backpacker who went missing in Yosemite National Park has been found after being swept away by a fast-flowing creek. Hayden T. Klemenok vanished on July 2 while backpacking with a group near Upper Chilnualna Falls. His body was recovered on Sunday, and the cause of death is presumed to be accidental drowning. Authorities have been warning the public about the dangers of rivers, streams, and lakes due to the massive runoff caused by California's winter snowpack melting.
An autopsy will be performed to determine the cause of death of 11-year-old Alfa Barrie, whose body was found in the Hudson River. Barrie was reported missing along with 13-year-old Garrett Warren more than a week ago. Warren's body was found in the East River on Thursday, and his cause of death was ruled an accidental drowning. Barrie attended the 6th grade at Democracy Prep Public School in Harlem, and the school's CEO issued a statement expressing condolences. Police have not yet said whether they suspect foul play.
The body of 11-year-old Alfa Berrie, who went missing on May 12 along with his friend Garrett Warren, was found in the Hudson River by the NYPD's Harbor Unit. This comes two days after Garrett's body was found in the Harlem River. The cause of death for both boys is believed to be accidental drowning. The boys were last seen together near a fish market in Harlem, and their disappearances were out of character. The families are seeking answers and the NYPD is asking for anyone with information to come forward.
The body of 11-year-old Alfa Barrie, who had been missing for over a week, was recovered from the Hudson River by the NYPD. His cause of death is yet to be determined by the medical examiner. Barrie was reported missing along with 13-year-old Garrett Warren, whose body was found in the East River on Thursday. Both boys were last seen at a park near 143rd and Lenox, and someone reported seeing two kids fall into the nearby Harlem River that night. The police have not yet commented on whether they suspect foul play.
Singer Aaron Carter accidentally drowned in his bathtub due to sedatives he had taken and gas used in spray cleaners he had inhaled, according to a coroner's report. The autopsy found that the sedative alprazolam and compressed gas difluoroethane were found in his system. Carter had a known history of substance abuse and inhalant abuse, and had recently relapsed. He began performing as a child in the 1990s and had a successful career as a singer and actor.
Pop star Aaron Carter accidentally drowned in his bathtub due to the effects of sedatives and gas he had inhaled. The autopsy report revealed that alprazolam, commonly known as Xanax, was found in his system, along with compressed gas difluoroethane. Prescription bottles and cans of an electronic duster that he had used for inhaling were found by investigators. Carter, the younger brother of Backstreet Boys' Nick Carter, had a successful career in music, but also faced struggles with drugs and legal issues. He was found dead at his home in Lancaster, California, on 5 November.
Singer Aaron Carter accidentally drowned in his bathtub due to a combination of sedatives and gas from spray cleaners he had inhaled. The autopsy report revealed that alprazolam and difluoroethane were found in his system, causing him to become incapacitated in the tub and leading to his drowning. Carter was a former child star and younger brother of Backstreet Boys' Nick Carter, with hits including I Want Candy and Aaron's Party (Come Get It).