Ventura County Sheriff's Department

On Thursday, May 27, 2010, deputies from the Thousand Oaks Police Department responded to a call of a child found in the family swimming pool, not breathing. Upon their arrival, they initiated emergency efforts to revive the child. The child was transferred to Los Robles ER by ambulance where he was placed on life support and then subsequently airlifted to Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara County.

On Monday, May 31, 2010, the child succumbed to his injuries.

As the summer approaches, the Thousand Oaks Police Department wants to send a reminder to be water safety conscious. Be aware of your surroundings near water and stay vigilant around those who are unable to swim.

Date & Time/ RB#: May 27, 2010 4:30 PM / RB#10-12797
Unit Responsible: Thousand Oaks PD / Investigations Bureau
Victim:
2 year-old male child

Officer Preparing Release: Sergeant B. Payton
Follow-up Contact: Sergeant B. Payton 805.371.8392
Date of Release: June 3, 2010
Approved By: Mike De Los Santos Captain #0730