6-Year-Old Boy Drowns at New Jersey Day Camp on First Day

Michael Stewart was found unresponsive in the pool at Liberty Lake Day Camp despite quick intervention by lifeguards and staff.

Michael Stewart, a beginner swimmer, was excited to start swim lessons at Liberty Lake Day Camp.
The incident occurred during the camp's first day of the season in Burlington County.
Lifeguards and staff performed CPR and emergency services were called immediately.
The camp has faced criticism from the boy's mother for lack of transparency about the incident.
Liberty Lake Day Camp has resumed activities with additional counseling support for campers.