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2-year-old dies after being pulled from swimming pool in Lynn

LYNN, Mass. — A 2-year-old boy has died after being pulled from a swimming pool on Friday evening, according to Essex County District Attorney Jonathan W. Blodgett.

Police and firefighters in Lynn responded to reports for a possible drowning in Lynn at around 6:20 p.m.

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Officials received a 911 call at about 6:20 p.m. for a child found unresponsive in a swimming pool.

At the scene, first responders performed CPR on the 2-year-old child.

The child was then rushed to the Children's Hospital in Salem by ambulance, where he was later pronounced dead.

Foul play was not expected to be a factor, and police are investigating the incident.

This is a developing story. Stay with Boston 25 News for more updates as they become available.
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