💔🕊️ A Virginia community is mourning the loss of 9-year-old King Overton after a tragic incident during a summer camp swim session in Henrico County.

According to officials, King was participating in a scheduled free swim activity at SwimRVA-North on Monday afternoon when staff members found him unresponsive in the pool. Lifeguards immediately began emergency procedures, pulled him from the water, and started CPR before emergency medical personnel arrived.

King was transported to a nearby hospital, where medical teams continued lifesaving efforts. Sadly, he was later pronounced ᴅᴇᴀᴅ.

The heartbreaking news has left families, campers, and staff members devastated. What began as a routine summer activity quickly turned into an unimaginable tragedy for everyone involved.

Henrico County Police have launched an investigation and are working with the Virginia Medical Examiner’s Office to determine the exact cause of death. Authorities say all evidence will be carefully reviewed before any conclusions are announced.

SwimRVA-North released a statement expressing its condolences to King’s family and confirmed that its facility was temporarily closed to support the investigation and allow time for staff and families to process the loss.

Counseling and support services have also been made available to campers, employees, and those affected by the incident.

The tragedy has prompted broader conversations about water safety, supervision, and emergency preparedness during youth recreational programs, while many parents seek a clearer understanding of the circumstances surrounding the incident.

As the investigation continues, the community is choosing to remember King not for the tragedy itself, but for the young life he lived and the joy he brought to those around him.

🕊️ His family, friends, and everyone affected by this loss remain in the thoughts of many as they navigate this difficult time.