The investigation into the April 12 drowning death of a toddler is closed, with the official conclusion that the death was an accident. Brandon Lee Rouch, 23 months, was pronounced dead after being pulled from Lake Sharon, where he apparently fell after getting out of his home without his mother's knowledge.Angel R.Rouch told police that she was asleep in the residence and, when she awoke, found that a door was standing open and Brandon was not inside. According to a press release from the Kosciusko County Sheriff's Department, "interviews and inquiries have shown that the actions leading to, and mechanism of death were accidental." The press release also cautioned parents to be aware of how quickly a tragedy can occur around water and to encourage all parents to take steps necessary to prevent accidents around water as summer approaches.
Staff Report- | July 28, 2016