DETROIT (WWJ) -- A Detroit teenager has died after being found submerged in the swimming pool at Detroit Mumford High School.
Officials say the 15-year-old student was found at the bottom of the pool on Monday and a certified swimming instructor began administering CPR after the student was pulled from the pool unresponsive.
The student, whose name has not been released, was taken to a hospital, where they later died.
It was not clear whether the incident happened during a swimming class or at a team practice.
Authorities are still investigating and swimming classes are canceled until the investigation is complete.
Grief counselors will be provided to students and families at the school this week, according to Detroit Public Schools Community District.
The district released the following statement regarding the student's death.
"DPSCD is shocked and saddened by the passing of one of our students who attended Mumford High School - the student passed away at the hospital after being taken from the school by paramedics and after the family was notified.
"Preliminary findings establish that upon discovering the student submerged in the swimming pool, the certified swimming instructor began administering CPR. The investigation of this matter is continuing, and the school district is cooperating with police officials.
"Grief counselors are on site today and will be tomorrow to provide support to students and families. The District sends its thoughts and prayers to the student's family and our Mumford family. "In addition, upon additional review and until the investigation of this matter is concluded, swimming classes will be canceled. "Out of respect for the family and in compliance with FERPA, we will not share the name of the student at this time."
