A 13-year-old from from the UK has died in a theme park whilst on holiday in Orlando, it has been confirmed.
Anna Beaumont, from Wales, was found unresponsive in a pool at Discovery Cove on Tuesday.
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office said despite being transferred to hospital she sadly died the following day.
In a statement, the force said: “We are sorry to report that on May 29 2024, 13-year-old Anna Beaumont was pronounced deceased at the hospital.
“Any information about the cause and manner of her death will need to come from the Medical Examiner’s Office.”
Andrew Williams, the headteacher at Ms Beaumont’s school, Radyr Comprehensive, told the BBC: “The very thought of losing a child is an unimaginable journey and I know I speak on behalf of the whole school community when I say that our thoughts are with Anna’s family as they try to come to terms with their loss.
“Anna was a cherished member of our school family, and her absence will be profoundly felt by pupils, staff and all who had the privilege of knowing her.
“Her spirit, kindness and presence touched so many lives.”
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A Foreign Office spokesperson said: “We are in touch with the family following the death of a child in the United States, and are providing consular support during this difficult time.”
Discovery Cove, an all-inclusive resort, released a statement saying: “Our staff responded to an emergency involving a guest yesterday [28 May].
“Our team provided care and contacted Orange County Fire & Rescue.
“When emergency personnel arrived, they took over care and transported the guest to a nearby hospital.
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“Out of respect for privacy of our guests, we do not provide any health information. Our thoughts are with this family.”
