Police: 1-year-old child nearly drowns in Etna

Joe Napsha
Thursday, July 13, 2023 6:32 p.m. | Thursday, July 13, 2023 6:32 p.m.

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A one-year-old child was hospitalized in critical condition Thursday afternoon after almost drowning in Etna, Allegheny County Police said.

First responders performed life-saving measures on the child, who was reported unresponsive at about 3:40 p.m. in the 30 block of Sycamore Street, police said.

The preliminary information suggests the child was a victim of an accidental near-drowning, police said.

Additional details were not available early Thursday evening.

County detectives are investigating .

Anyone with information concerning this incident is asked to call the County Police Tip Line at 833-ALL-TIPS. Callers can remain anonymous.