Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Shaq Barrett Mourns the Loss of 2-Year-Old Daughter

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On April 30, the two-year-old daughter of Shaq Barrett, a linebacker for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, drowned in a pool, according to a statement released by the Tampa police. The police responded to a call at around 9:30 a.m. about a child who had fallen into a pool at a residence in the Beach Park area of Tampa. Despite attempts at resuscitation, the child was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital.
In a social media post, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers expressed their condolences to Barrett and his wife, Jordanna. The team identified the child as Arrayah and acknowledged the heartbreaking news. The Buccaneers family offered their love and support to the Barretts as they began coping with their beloved daughter’s loss.
While there is an ongoing investigation, the police stated that they do not believe that foul play was involved in Arrayah’s death. They described the incident as purely accidental and tragic.
Please send a prayer up for Shaq Barrett and his family after the tragic drowning of his 2 year old daughter, Arrayah, in the family pool this morning. Unimaginable tragedy. https://t.co/82ttWz6gVh
— Robert Griffin III (@RGIII) April 30, 2023
Drowning is a leading cause of death for young children, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In fact, it is the primary cause of death for kids aged one to four. It is essential to keep children safe and supervised around pools and other bodies of water.
Last month, Shaq Barrett posted a series of photos on Instagram to celebrate his daughter’s second birthday. Now, his family is grappling with their young child’s sudden and tragic loss. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and their fans have expressed their support and sympathy to the Barretts during this difficult time.
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