Overview
- A 4-year-old girl was found unresponsive in the Círculo Universitario de Quilmes pool, and despite efforts by three SAME ambulances, her death was confirmed at the scene.
- The case is being handled by prosecutor Mara Torres of UFI No. 22, with autopsy results pending to clarify how the incident occurred.
- CUQ issued a mourning notice and suspended all activities until January 2, while relatives said the child had been under lifeguard supervision.
- In a separate case, Maite, 4, who collapsed on December 17 at Oliva’s Club Atlético Vélez Sarsfield, died after 10 days in intensive care at Hospital Pasteur; the club declared 48 hours of mourning.
- The deaths add to a recent spate of pool fatalities in Córdoba and Buenos Aires provinces, prompting renewed emphasis on constant adult supervision, secure barriers and the use of certified life jackets for children.