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Possible Drowning of Child at Kingsbury Club in Medfield Under Investigation

Officials say emergency crews transported the child to a hospital pending an active investigation with few details released.

Overview

  • Local emergency crews responded Saturday to The Kingsbury Club on Ice House Road after staff reported a possible drowning involving a minor and had already begun emergency care.
  • Medfield firefighters and paramedics took over treatment at the scene and transported the child to a nearby hospital for evaluation and care.
  • Medfield Fire Chief William DeKing III and the Medfield Fire Department confirmed the incident is under investigation and that the child’s condition has not been publicly disclosed.
  • The incident occurred at the club’s outdoor pool during summer youth programming, raising questions about supervision and safety at community swim programs.
  • Officials and local outlets say further details are limited and updates are likely to come from the fire department, the facility, or the hospital as the investigation continues.