Toddler drowns in pond tragedy in Falkirk
The 18-month old girl was discovered in the water last night
Last updated 11th Jun 2021
A baby girl has died after falling into a pond in Falkirk.
The 18-month old, who's been named by police as Ella-Grace Rimington, was discovered unresponsive in the water near Dollar Avenue in Bainsford last night.
The toddler, who was known as 'Gracie', was rushed to hospital but couldn't be saved.
Detective Inspector Craig Faulds of Forth Valley's CID said: “This is a heart-breaking incident in which a young girl has died.
"The family has asked that they be given privacy at this very difficult time and I would like to ask the public and media to please respect the family's wishes as they deal with their unimaginable loss.”
The force also said enquiries into the death were ongoing, but it was not being treated as suspicious.
Locals have told us of their shock at what happened.
One neighbour, who didn't want to be named said: "It's a tragedy. The poor family.
"The forensics were there late on at night, that's when I knew. They came in black trousers and then they put on the white suits and I obviously knew that was bad. It's awful."
Local councillor Robert Bisset said: "Everybody on the street is upset so I just hope that following on from this that the family get all the support that they need.
"There's a great sense of community spirit around here and people do try to support one another. And I'm sure they will try to support one another emotionally and do whatever they can.
"Certainly everybody's thoughts should be with the family at this very difficult time."