Toddler declared dead in pool accident found alive in hospital morgue
Summary
An 18-month-old toddler in Gilbert, Arizona, was pulled from a backyard pool and declared dead at a hospital before being found alive hours later in the hospital morgue. The boy was later flown to another hospital, survived, and has been released, while police are investigating possible negligence.Key Facts
- The toddler was found in a pool on February 8 in a Phoenix suburb and taken to Mercy Gilbert Medical Center.
- Hospital staff declared the child dead about an hour after arrival and moved him to a "cold room" (a room intended to keep deceased patients).
- Police officers present saw possible signs of life, but the child was still placed in the morgue area.
- About five hours later, the medical examiner's team found the child breathing and rushed him to a different hospital.
- The toddler survived and was released, but police are recommending negligence charges against the parents due to unsafe pool access and the presence of marijuana odor in the home.
- The Maricopa County Attorney's Office is reviewing the case.
- The hospital conducted a review and said it is making changes to improve care.
- A GoFundMe page raised funds for the child’s recovery, describing him as a "miracle fighter" needing extensive therapy.
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