Mississippi Mother Charged in Drowning Deaths of Two Sons

A tragic incident in Gautier, Mississippi, resulted in the drowning deaths of two young brothers, ages 2 and 5, in a residential swimming pool. Amber Goldman, their 36-year-old mother, was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia, with additional charges pending as the investigation into the circumstances of the drowning continues. Police and first responders found the children unresponsive near the pool and despite lifesaving efforts, they were pronounced dead at a local hospital. The Jackson County Deputy Coroner confirmed drowning as the cause of death but details on how the boys ended up in the pool have not been disclosed. Gautier Police Chief David Bever expressed deep sorrow over the incident, highlighting the community’s grief and asking for thoughts and prayers for those affected. Authorities encourage anyone with information to contact the Gautier Police Department or Mississippi Coast Crime Stoppers to aid the ongoing investigation.