Archive · 25 Jul 2025
Child Dies at Hersheypark Water Park; Investigation Underway
A child sadly passed away at Hersheypark's water park, The Boardwalk.
The park's CEO said the lifeguards helped immediately after the child had difficulties, with further support from first responders and medical teams.
They tried to save the child at Milton S. Hershey Medical Centre, but it was unsuccessful.
The park is now reviewing what happened and working with the authorities.
The park asks for privacy for the family while the investigation occurs.
A 9-year-old child died at The Boardwalk inside Hersheypark in Pennsylvania.
The park's CEO confirmed the death and expressed condolences to the family.
Lifeguards and medical personnel immediately responded and attempted life-saving measures.
The child was transported to Milton S. Hershey Medical Centre, where they were pronounced dead.
An investigation into the death has been initiated by the park and authorities.
- Who
- A 9-year-old child.
- What
- A 9-year-old child died at The Boardwalk.
- When
- Details not provided.
- Where
- The Boardwalk at Hersheypark, Pennsylvania.
- Why
- The cause of death is under investigation.
- Location
- The Boardwalk at Hersheypark, Pennsylvania
- Victim
- 9-year-old child
- Cause of Death
- Under Investigation
- Park CEO
- John Lawn
- Medical Center
- Milton S. Hershey Medical Centre