## Tragedy in Cardinia Shire: Community Mourns Child’s Drowning
The Cardinia Shire community is coming together in grief and support following the tragic drowning of a four-year-old boy in a wetland area at Officer on Sunday.
Outpouring of Condolences
Mayor Cr Jack Kowarzik expressed the community’s deepest sympathies to the child’s family. “This is absolutely tragic news. On behalf of Council and the local community, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the boy’s family during this devastating time,” he said.
Response from Emergency Services
Emergency services personnel attended the scene and attempted to resuscitate the child, but unfortunately, they were unsuccessful. Police have stated that the death is not being treated as suspicious and that a report is being prepared for the coroner.
Community Impact
The incident has had a profound impact on the local community. “The Cardinia Shire community has been deeply affected by this terrible incident happening so close to home,” said Mayor Kowarzik. “I’d also like to acknowledge the impact of this incident on first responders, and the valiant efforts of emergency services personnel who attended the scene.”
Search for Answers and Prevention
In the wake of the tragedy, the community is searching for answers and ways to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future. Residents have called for an investigation into the safety of the wetland area where the drowning occurred.
**Key Points:**
* A four-year-old boy drowned in a wetland area at Officer on Sunday.
* The community has expressed its condolences to the family.
* Emergency services responded to the incident but were unable to revive the child.
* The death is not being treated as suspicious, and a report will be prepared for the coroner.
* The community is searching for answers and ways to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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* Child drowning in Officer
* Wetland safety concerns
* Community response to tragedy
* Emergency services efforts
* Prevention measures for water accidents
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