6-Year-Old Boy Dies in Accidental Drowning in Warwick, Rhode Island

A 6-year-old boy died in an accidental drowning in Warwick, Rhode Island, over the weekend.

Affiliate WJAR reports that a child went missing at Warwick City Park and his family began searching for him.

The boy was reportedly found unresponsive by a civilian as rescue crews arrived at the scene.

Police tell WJAR they don't believe foul play is involved, and officials say two lifeguards were on duty at the time of the boy's drowning.

The boy's identity was not released and the investigation is ongoing.

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