Four-Year-Old Girl Found Unresponsive in Bath Sadly Dies After Hospital Admission
A tragic incident occurred in Carmarthen when a four-year-old girl named Cali Marged Lewis-Mclernon was discovered unresponsive in her bath at home. Emergency services, including paramedics and the police, were urgently called to the scene in the Llangunnor area on the evening of February 20. Despite being rushed to Glangwili Hospital, Cali tragically passed away in the early hours of the following morning. The Senior Coroner for Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire, Paul Bennett, officially opened an inquest into the devastating death at Llanelli Town Hall on a somber Monday morning.
According to a report by the Coroner’s Officer for Dyfed-Powys Police, Hayley Rogers, authorities were alerted by the Welsh Ambulance Service at 5:59 pm on February 20 concerning a four-year-old girl who was found unresponsive in the bath, later going into cardiac arrest. Regrettably, Cali lost her life at Glangwili Hospital at 2:45 am the next day. Subsequently, a post mortem examination was conducted at the hospital a week after the incident; however, official results are still pending. Law enforcement has initiated an ongoing investigation, resulting in the arrest of a 41-year-old woman on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter. The individual has since been released on bail pending further inquiries.
During the inquest hearing, Mr Bennett conveyed his heartfelt condolences to Cali’s grieving family and postponed further proceedings until June 30. Inquests serve as a crucial means of understanding and learning from tragic events, potentially preventing similar incidents in the future. Journalists have a vital role in attending inquests to ensure transparency and uphold the principle of open justice. Reports from inquests can dispel misinformation, provide closure to families, and shed light on pressing issues such as mental health or other societal concerns.
The presence of the press at inquests is paramount to upholding accountability within the judicial system. By engaging with families and friends of the deceased, reporters can offer a more comprehensive and respectful account of the individual’s life while raising awareness of important issues. Although some families may choose not to engage with media, the input of loved ones can often lead to positive outcomes, including raising awareness or bringing about changes to prevent future tragedies. Without media coverage, important questions may remain unanswered, potentially risking further loss of life.
As investigations continue into this tragic incident, the community mourns the loss of a young life and hopes for answers and justice in due course. The inquest scheduled for June will likely provide more insights into the circumstances surrounding Cali Marged Lewis-Mclernon’s untimely passing. The support and understanding of the public during these difficult times are essential, as communities come together to navigate such heart-wrenching events. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Cali’s family and loved ones during this challenging period of grief and loss. Through open and transparent reporting, we honour the memory of those no longer with us and work towards preventing similar tragedies in the future.