RCMP investigating after two toddlers drown in lake in remote Manitoba community
GARDEN HILL FIRST NATION, MAN. - Manitoba RCMP report two toddlers, ages one and two, are believed to have drowned in a remote northern First Nation after being found in a lake. The boys were discovered by a family member in the lake and taken to the nursing station in Garden Hill Anisininew Nation, approximately 610 kilometres northeast of Winnipeg.
They were pronounced dead at the nursing station. Police have stated foul play is not suspected, but the investigation continues. Sgt. Chris Hipolito of the Island Lake detachment emphasized the devastating impact of the drownings on the family and the entire community.
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