FRANKLIN COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating the death of a child in Franklin County.
Just after 6p.m. Thursday, emergency personnel were dispatched for a medical emergency in South Ottawa.
Upon arrival, officers located an unresponsive 11-year-old and immediately began lifesaving efforts. The child was transported by ambulance to a local hospital and was later pronounced dead.
The Ottawa Police Department immediately began investigating the incident. Detectives and officers worked into the night gathering information and are coordinating with outside agencies to conduct the investigation. We will await the results of further medical examination to determine the cause and manner of death. The investigation remains ongoing.
Police Chief Adam Weingartner said “The department is collaborating with family support services, schools, and first responders to ensure each has access to help if needed. Tragedies like these are difficult to investigate and know this is just the beginning of processing this tragic loss. We extend our heartfelt condolences and thoughts to the child’s family and friends during this time.