Sheriff's Office Investigating Child Fatality Following Drowning Incident in the Town of Hartford
According to Sheriff Jeffrey J. Murphy, the Washington County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a child following an incident that occurred on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at approximately 3:19 p.m. at a residence on State Route 40 in the Town of Hartford.
First responders were notified of a child who was unresponsive following a drowning at the residence. Life-saving efforts were performed at the scene. The child was transported to Glens Falls Hospital, where the child was pronounced deceased.
An autopsy was performed at Glens Falls Hospital on August 13, 2026. The results of the autopsy indicate that the cause of death was drowning. The investigation is ongoing. The identity of the child is not being released at this time.
The Washington County Sheriff's Office was assisted at the scene by the New York State Police, Hartford Fire Department, Argyle EMS, and Washington County Child Protective Services.
Date of Incident: Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at approximately 3:19 PM
Location: State Route 40, Town of Hartford, NY
Case #: 2026-00020552
Cause of Death: Drowning — confirmed by autopsy, August 13, 2026
Deceased: Identity withheld
Status: Ongoing investigation
Handling Units: Road Patrol and Investigations Divisions
Assisting Agencies: New York State Police, Hartford Fire Department, Argyle EMS, Washington County Child Protective Services, Department of Public Safety
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Washington County Sheriff's Office Investigations Division at 518-746-2475.
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