Accident – Death – Obituary News :
The small town of Onaway in Cheboygan County, Michigan, is reeling from a devastating tragedy as a 4-year-old boy, James Zassadney, drowned in the Sturgeon River on Monday afternoon. The incident has left the entire community in shock and mourning.
Heartbreaking Loss
Cheboygan County Sheriff Tim Cook expressed his condolences, stating, “This is heartbreaking, for anyone to lose a child, our thoughts are with the family at this time.” The sudden and tragic loss of young James has deeply affected all those who knew him.
Swift Response
The Cheboygan County Sheriff’s Office swiftly responded to the emergency call and dispatched deputies and first responders to Lumberjack Park in Wolverine, where the child was reported missing. The search quickly turned into a rescue mission as James was found unresponsive in the river.
Heroic Efforts
First responders wasted no time in administering CPR to the young boy after pulling him to shore. Despite their best efforts, James could not be revived. The father of the child was present in the park at the time of the incident, and the family is now grappling with the devastating loss.
Medical Intervention
James was rushed to Otsego Memorial Hospital by Cheboygan Life Support Systems, where medical staff worked tirelessly to save his life. Tragically, the young boy was later pronounced dead, leaving the community in mourning and disbelief.
The picturesque setting of Lumberjack Park, nestled along the banks of the Sturgeon River, now stands as a haunting reminder of the tragic events that unfolded on that fateful day. The serene beauty of the surroundings belies the heartbreak and sorrow that now grips the community of Onaway.
As the community comes together to support the grieving family and honour the memory of James Zassadney, the loss of such a young life serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of water safety awareness.
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