Young Boy Nearly Drowns At Admiralty House
[Updated] Emergency services responded to Admiralty House at approximately 3.30pm this afternoon [July 18] following a report of what they said was a “near drowning”.
The boy — who police said is believed to be around 10 years old — received CPR at the scene, and was rushed to hospital via ambulance. The police confirmed that when he left the scene he was conscious and breathing, and said they will provide additional information as able.
Update 5.25pm: A police spokesperson said, “Around 3:30pm on Friday, July 18th first responders attended an apparent near drowning at Admiralty House Park beach in Pembroke.
“Details are limited at this time; however it appears that the victim, believed to be a nine year old boy, went swimming and got into difficulty.
“The youngster, who was reportedly at the location as part of a summer programme, was given CPR at the scene before being rushed to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance.
“His condition is not known at this time; however he was apparently conscious and breathing prior to leaving the area.
“Inquiries into this incident are ongoing and an update will be provided when more information is available.”
Update 6.43pm: A police spokesperson said, “At last check this afternoon’s apparent near drowning victim was in stable condition at the hospital, undergoing further medical assessment.”
Update 9.18pm: A police spokesperson said, “The victim of an apparent near drowning that occurred around 3:30pm Friday, July 18th at Admiralty House Park beach in Pembroke is now warded in the Intensive Care Unit at the hospital and at last check was in stable condition.
“The youngster, believed to be a nine year old local boy, was reportedly at the location as part of a summer programme.
“Inquiries into this incident are ongoing and any witnesses are encouraged to contact the Hamilton Police Station on 295-0011.”
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Mercy. Thank God he is okay.
Lord watch over our children…… in Jesus name Amen.
Amen!
Don’t you mean Counsellors?
No God first. What can a counsellor do that God can not do. Don’t you no our lives belong to God.
Give CPR? I’ve never seen god do that. If you think god swept down and breathed life into this child I’d have no problem giving you the logical explanation.
Well done, to whoever, for the decisive thinking and administering techniques taught to you in order to save this young life. There must be few greater rewards than knowing you helped save a life.
CPR?
Thankful that he is doing okay…….
When supervising children, especially whilst swimming, you must remain VIGILANT at ALL times…..#notimeforslackness
Thanks for all the human concern of everybody whether we believe in G-D or not.!We at least have human hearts and compassion for the value of human life.Many people and many countries have lost it.!Thanks for leaving our politics and religious out of it.!Having said that ….I have to make my position always clear….I 100% believe in the omnipresent G-D…….and am always thankful for that…!I hope and pray that the young child and family are safe secure and peaceful….!
I also pray that Bermuda keeps its human heart….!
I’ve never seen a miracle until today. God himself walked on that dock and restored life and my faith in the true power of God. Something’s I question God on things but not anymore. To his counsellor who worked tirelessly and never gave up on him I command you and you win counseller of the year award this year for that…big hugs. So calm and poised through it all. I don’t care how many eyes you have it only takes a split second to drown.. And most times there isn’t a struggle, it happens so fast.. So grateful for life…
N0body mentioned that the park gates were locked preventing police and ambulance to access the beach. As long as there are swimmers on the beach, the gates should be un-locked.
I, as an adult, was stuck at the beach, last summer and could not get up the long hill without walking, and fainted when I got to the top. Please unlock the gates at least from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
God is a miracle working God!
Come correct .. you really and trully insulted our LORD above and he won’t forget you when you. Bow down before him and confess what you said about our Saviour in your stupid statement. .. God is the reason you’re alive today fool. Least you know that and the same person who gave cpr to that young child it was our LORD whom gave that child the breath of life through the person who was there to provide it for him … think about it.and those who live in the light will agree 110 percent with what I’ve just told you … ” just in case you don’t know what living in the light is ” I’m referring to those whom believe in Christ Jesus our LORD
Wonderful ending…!Peace…!
We are very pleased that there seems to be a positive outcome with this incident. However I would like to send a reminder to all parents and caregivers to watch children at all times when near the water.
There are many distractions such as cell phones and texting that get our attention (not implying such in this case). Swimming accidents with young children can happen very quickly. We wish everyone a safe a enjoyable summer.
A reminder on behalf of the Bermuda Water Safety Council