A seven-year-old boy has drowned in a pool on the premises of Tygerberg Hospital on Friday afternoon.
It is understood three boys gained access to the pool.
Provincial Health Department Spokesperson Mark van der Heever says the pool was decommissioned and unused.
The area was also enclosed, with gates locked and access prohibited.
“The Department’s EMS division responded to the call, but unfortunately could not resuscitate the boy and he was declared deceased at the scene,” he says.
“Our sincere condolences to his family and loved ones.
“We have afforded counselling to his parents and will work with SAPS in determining the circumstances around his untimely death.”
SAPS’ Noloyiso Rwexana confirmed the incident.'