CANTON (WBAP/KLIF) – Owners of a Northeast Texas water park are extending condolences to the family of a man who Police say drowned in a 10-feet pool at the park over the weekend.
According to the Canton Police Department, the reported drowning happened at Splash Kingdom Waterpark off of I-20 in Canton. Lifeguards attempted to give the 19-year-old CPR but he died after being airlifted to a local hospital.
The details of the drowning are under investigation.
Splash Kingdom Waterpark released the following statement:
All of Splash Kingdom holds a heavy heart today as lifeguards and management in Canton responded to a medical need for an adult male inside the park. CPR was performed and additional equipment was utilized to provide care while awaiting EMS. We are grateful for their assistance, as well as the participation of several guests with extensive medical training, who worked alongside our team during this tragic time.
We are praying for the family of this man, as well as the lifeguard team that responded to him.
The health and safety of all our guests is our highest priority and we are honored by the opportunity to serve you and your family.
Johnny Blevins – President
Splash Kingdom Family Waterparks
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