Wichita Police have identified the boy involved in an accidental death investigation as Lucas Kindrick, 8.
At approximately 7:20 p.m. on Friday, officers responded to a drowning call at a home in the 2200 block of West Rio Vista Drive. Officers located Kindrick and found him unresponsive. Sedgwick County EMS and Wichita Fire Department performed lifesaving measures but he was unfortunately pronounced deceased on the scene.
The investigation revealed Kendrick was at the home for a back-to-school party with other adults and friends. During the party, Kindrick was found in the pool unconscious. He was quickly removed and life-saving measures were performed.
Wichita Police calls the incident “very sad and tragic” and sends thoughts and prayers to all those affected.