Student, 15, Drowns In San Ramon Valley High Pool: Police

DANVILLE, CA — A 15-year-old San Ramon Valley High School student died in a tragic incident at the school's pool on Tuesday afternoon, police report. The teen, who has not yet been identified, was pulled from the water shortly before 2 p.m. and rushed to Kaiser Walnut Creek where he was pronounced dead.

The call for a medical emergency was reported at 1:51 p.m., prompting a temporary lockdown on campus.

"When officers arrived, they learned that a staff member had found the student in the pool, retrieved him from the water, and applied lifesaving measures," police said in a news release Tuesday evening.

The school sent the following email to SRVHS families:

Dear San Ramon Valley Staff and Parents,

It is with great sadness I share this update with you. Today, a freshman male student passed away after being found in the San Ramon Valley High School swimming pool. Words seem inadequate to express the sadness that many in our community are feeling as they receive this information. Our hearts go out to the grieving family, friends, students and staff. Danville Police are currently investigating the circumstances of this tragic accident. We will share more information with our school community as soon as possible.

We have a plan in place tomorrow to support students and staff through this difficult time. If your child needs help dealing with her or his grief, please ask them to reach out to the support available at school. There will be a team of support staff on-site including school psychologists, school counselors, and SRVUSD support team members available to address the counseling needs of our students.

Sincerely,

Jason Krolikowski

Principal

Additional details surrounding the death were not immediately available and police said they are continuing their investigation.

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