Crime & Safety
2-Year-Old Dies After Falling From 2nd Story Of Aurora Mall
A toddler died after he jumped out of a man's arms and fell over a railing, police said.
AURORA, CO — A 2-year-old boy died Monday after he fell from a second story in the Aurora Mall, police said.
A man was holding the child around 4 p.m. Sunday near an escalator, when the boy jumped out of his arms and fell over a railing, according to police.
The 2-year-old was hospitalized in critical condition, and died Monday morning, authorities said.
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A preliminary investigation revealed the child's death was likely an accident, according to police.
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The Aurora Police Department is asking anyone who may have witnessed the incident to contact Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-7867. Callers can remain anonymous.
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