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2-year-old boy found in west Phoenix jacuzzi dies

Jun 16, 2024, 1:43 PM | Updated: 2:31 pm

A 2-year-old boy died after he was found in a backyard jacuzzi Saturday. (Pixabay photo)...

A 2-year-old boy died after he was found in a backyard jacuzzi Saturday. (Pixabay photo)

(Pixabay photo)

PHOENIX — Detectives are investigating the death of a 2-year-old boy who was found in a backyard jacuzzi on Saturday in west Phoenix, authorities said.

Officers and fire personnel arrived to the home near 59th Avenue and Thomas Road around 1:15 p.m., where they found the child’s family giving CPR to the 2-year-old, identified as Axiel Marquez.

Fire personnel took him to a hospital, but Marquez did not survive his injuries and was pronounced dead.

This is an ongoing investigation. Detectives currently believe it was a tragic accident, as there is nothing indicating foul play, Sgt. Mayra Reeson of Phoenix PD said.

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2-year-old boy found in west Phoenix jacuzzi dies