A family in Chandler, Arizona, is going through something truly heartbreaking. On Monday evening, a 3-year-old boy was pulled from a swimming pool near Gilbert and Riggs roads. He was unresponsive when found, and the situation quickly turned serious.
Emergency crews got there around 6 p.m., and police officers jumped in right away to start CPR. A short time later, firefighters rushed the little boy to Chandler Regional Hospital. But because of how critical things were, doctors decided to fly him to Phoenix Children’s Hospital. As of now, he’s still in critical condition, and everyone’s just hoping for the best.
Is It Emilie Kiser’s Son? Social Media Thinks So
Right after the news came out, a lot of people online started to wonder if the child might be Trigg — the young son of TikTok creator Emilie Kiser. If you follow Emilie, you probably know she’s popular for her fun, family-centered videos and lifestyle content.
She hasn’t posted anything or made a statement since the news broke. Her last post was two days ago. In the meantime, her comment sections have filled up with prayers and supportive messages from fans, many saying they’re thinking of her family.
To be clear though, authorities haven’t confirmed any names. The police haven’t said who the child is, and neither Emilie nor her family has come forward. So for now, it’s all just speculation — and honestly, everyone is hoping it’s not true.
A Scary Wake-Up Call About Pool Safety
This kind of thing is every parent’s worst fear, and it’s a hard reminder that accidents can happen fast — especially around water. You hear it all the time, but sometimes it takes a moment like this for the message to really hit home.
Here are a few things water safety experts keep saying — and they’re worth repeating:
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Always keep your eyes on kids when they’re near water, even if it’s just for a second.
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Put up fences and install pool alarms so little ones can’t wander in by accident.
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Teach kids how to swim and talk to them about water safety as early as possible.
Drowning is actually one of the leading causes of accidental death for young children in the U.S., and it can happen in complete silence. No splashing, no noise — just a few seconds is all it takes. So please, take extra precautions.
What’s Going On With the Family Now?
Right now, the child is getting treated at Phoenix Children’s Hospital. It’s one of the best hospitals for kids in the country, so he’s in good hands. But there hasn’t been any official update on his condition yet.
The family hasn’t shared anything publicly and is asking for privacy — and really, who could blame them? They’re probably just trying to stay strong and deal with everything the best they can.
The Chandler Police Department says the case is still under investigation, but at this point, they don’t believe there was any foul play involved. It just looks like a horrible accident.
Shock and Sadness Across the Neighborhood
People who live in the area are still in shock. Many described the neighborhood as quiet and very family-friendly, so seeing so many police and emergency vehicles outside was definitely unusual — and honestly, scary.
Some neighbors said they’d never seen anything like it there before. You could tell the whole community was shaken. It’s one of those moments that really sticks with people — especially parents — because it hits so close to home.
