We have just tragic news in the world of football after the 2-year-old daughter of a Tampa bay Bucs player tragically lost her life.
Arrayah Barrett, the 2-year-old daughter of Buccaneers linebacker Shaquil Barrett, drowned in the family’s swimming pool this morning.
The Bucs released a statement on Shaq Barrett’s tragic loss on Sunday.
“Today’s tragic news is heartbreaking for all members of the Buccaneers family,” the team said in a statement. “Our thoughts and prayers are with Shaq, Jordanna and the entire Barrett family during this unimaginably difficult time. While no words can provide true comfort at a time such as this, we offer our support and love as they begin to process this very profound loss of their beloved Arrayah.”
Tampa Police confirmed that they responded to a call of a child who had fallen into a pool this morning. The young girl was taken to a nearby hospital but efforts to revive her were not successful.
According to the Tampa Bay Times, an investigation is ongoing, but all indications is that this was a tragic accident.
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