Toddler in critical condition after near-drowning at family gathering in west San Antonio

Investigators said the family was gathered for a celebration when the child was found in a pool for an undetermined amount of time.

SAN ANTONIO — A toddler was rushed to the hospital after an apparent near-drowning at a home on the city’s far west side, according to San Antonio police.

Officers were called to the 1300 block of Cavern Trail just before 10:30 a.m. for reports of a drowning, officials said. When police arrived at the scene, EMS was performing lifesaving measures for the child. The 2-year-old was taken to a local hospital in critical condition.

Investigators said the family was gathered for a celebration when the child was found face down in a pool for an undetermined amount of time.

The family is cooperating with investigators. No further details were provided.

This is a developing story. 

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