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No charges for parents of toddler found breathing in hospital morgue hours after near-drowning
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: David Baker , as published by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The child, 18 months old, was found in a pool at a social gathering.
A decision has been made regarding the parents of a young child who was involved in a near-drowning incident. Prosecutors will not be pursuing any action against them. The child, 18 months old, was found in a pool at a social gathering.
The incident occurred in another state, and local authorities there have investigated. It is known that the child was later found alive in a hospital, despite earlier being declared deceased. Further information about this incident can be found through news sources, including WSMV's affiliate stations.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 30, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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