2-year-old drowns in backyard pool of Fresno home, police say
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- Fresno police report a 2-year-old drowned in a backyard pool Saturday night.
- Father attempted hospital transport before CPR was administered by responders.
- Police suspect no foul play and have launched an ongoing investigation.
A toddler drowned Saturday night in northwest Fresno, according to police.
Police responded to the call just after 8:30 p.m. of a non-breather, after the 2-year-old got into the backyard and accidently fell into the pool.
The father was en route to the hospital with the child when he stopped at Veterans Boulevard and Highway 99. First responders took over and performed CPR. The child was pronounced dead.
Fresno Police Marcus Gray II said no foul play was suspected. Fresno police will provide resources to the family.
The drowning is under investigation.
This story was originally published August 9, 2025 at 11:18 PM.
Anthony Galaviz
The Fresno Bee