Child dies after drowning on. Wolf Creek in Martin County
The incident happened in the South Wolf Creek area on Wednesday.
Deputies with the Martin County Sheriff’s Office told WYMT the child had gained access to a swimming pool.
Officials said life-saving measures were attempted by family members as well as EMS before the child was taken to Highlands ARH.
According to Martin County Chief Deputy Chris Kidd, medical staff at Highlands ARH worked tirelessly to resuscitate the child but the efforts were unsuccessful.
“We want to remember the family in our thoughts and prayers, as well as the first responders. These types of calls never get any easier and are truly traumatic for all involved,” Kidd said.
Kentucky State Police Conducts Death Investigation in Whitley County
WILLIAMSBURG, KY – July 5, 2025 – On July 4th, 2025 at 7:18 p.m. Kentucky State Police Post 11 London was notified by Whitley County 911 of a 1 year old child drowning victim at Baptist Health in Corbin, KY.
Preliminary investigation determined that the juvenile was found in a swimming pool at his residence. The child was transported by Whitley County EMS to Baptist Health in Corbin, KY where he was later pronounced deceased by the Whitley County Coroner’s Office. Detective
Logan Gay is continuing the ongoing investigation. He was assisted by KSP Post 11 Personnel, Whitley County Coroner’s Office, Whitley County EMS, Corbin Police Department, and Williamsburg Police Department
