4-Year-Old Dies After Drowning in Brockton Pool, DA Investigates

A 4-year-old boy named Hendrix Cooley-Walker died after drowning in a swimming pool at a home in Brockton, Massachusetts. Emergency crews responded to reports of a possible drowning on Sunday afternoon, and Hendrix was rushed to a Boston hospital where he was pronounced dead early Monday morning. The Massachusetts State Police are leading an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Brockton police and first responders were praised for their swift actions, though details about the cause of the drowning remain unclear. This tragic event highlights the risks of drowning, which is the leading cause of death for children aged one to four in the United States, and underscores the importance of swimming lessons and water safety programs. Authorities continue to gather information as the investigation develops.