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Family Devastated After Drowning of 6-Year-Old Girl at Element St. Louis Midtown Hotel

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St. Louis, MO — A family is mourning the loss of 6-year-old Lailah Austin, who tragically drowned while attending a party at the Element St. Louis Midtown Hotel on Saturday, January 18, 2025.

St. Louis, MO — A family is mourning the loss of 6-year-old Lailah Austin, who tragically drowned while attending a party at the Element St. Louis Midtown Hotel on Saturday, January 18, 2025.

According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, officers responded to the hotel, located in the 3700 block of Forest Park Avenue, around 8:30 p.m. after receiving a report from hotel staff who discovered the child unresponsive in the indoor pool.

Emergency responders rushed Lailah to a nearby hospital, where she was listed in critical, unstable condition.

Despite medical efforts, Lailah succumbed to her injuries and passed away on Monday, January 20.

Her family is heartbroken, especially as they were preparing to celebrate her upcoming 7th birthday this Sunday.

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The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department has classified the incident as an “accidental injury” and has assigned its Child Abuse Unit to lead the investigation. Authorities have not released additional details at this time.

The tragic incident remains under investigation, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward.

Lailah’s family, friends, and the community are rallying together to remember the young girl and support her loved ones during this difficult time.


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Double Fatal Collision in San Bernardino

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SAN BERNARDINO, CA – Emergency responders are currently on the scene of a double fatal motor vehicle collision (MVC) in San Bernardino.

The crash has resulted in two confirmed fatalities and two individuals in critical condition.

  • Location: San Bernardino, CA
  • Fatalities: 2 confirmed deceased at the scene
  • Injuries: 2 victims in critical condition
  • Emergency Response: Multiple first responders are on-site, including paramedics, firefighters, and law enforcement officers.
  • Airlift Requests: Two medical evacuation helicopters (medevacs) have been requested to transport the critically injured victims to trauma centers for urgent medical care.

Authorities are urging drivers to avoid the area as emergency crews work to assess the situation and provide aid. The cause of the collision remains under investigation.

Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.


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