Philadelphia Boy Drowns In Wildwood

CITY OF WILDWOOD, NJ — A 6-year-old boy from Philadelphia drowned Friday evening in Wildwood. Officials took him to Cape Regional Medical Center, but staff weren't able to revive him.

Wildwood police received a 911 call about a possible drowning at 6:29 p.m. Friday at Beachside Resort, a hotel near the beach. People on scene tried to resuscitate him before members of the Wildwood Police and Fire Departments did the same.

Authorities have not publicly identified the victim. The Wildwood Police Department and Cape May County Prosecutor's Office are investigating the incident.

Police Chief Robert N. Regalbuto and Fire Chief Ernie Troiano III released the following statement:

"We are absolutely devastated at this tragic and senseless loss of a life so young. We strongly encourage everyone whenever your swimming, swim near a lifeguard, especially when on our beaches. At commercial or residential properties which are not required to be guarded, please be extra cautious. Adults should be vigilant in monitoring young children and persons known to be poor swimmers. Lastly, the use a life-vest or other approved personal floatation device, should be utilized."

No other information is available at this time.

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