4-year-old drowns at Brockton home, DA says

A four-year-old boy, identified as Hendrix Cooley-Walker, drowned at a residence in Brockton, leading to his death early Monday. Emergency medical services arrived at the scene around 3 p. m. Sunday after receiving reports of the incident. He was transported to a hospital in Boston, where he died at approximately 1:30 a.

m. the next day. Plymouth County District Attorney Timothy Cruz announced that the Massachusetts State Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the drowning. Local authorities emphasize the importance of water safety, especially for young children, to prevent similar tragedies. The community is reeling from the loss, with many calling for enhanced education on safety measures around water.

Officials plan to assess the situation and implement any necessary changes to prevent future incidents. This case serves as a reminder of the vulnerabilities young children face near water.