5-year-old drowns at Deer Lake Athletic Club in Independence Township
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5-year-old drowns at Deer Lake Athletic Club in Independence Township

  • January 31, 2026

An investigation is ongoing

Caution tape with police lights (KSAT 12 News)

INDEPENDENCE TOWNSHIP, Mich. – A 5-year-old girl from Sterling Heights drowned in a swimming pool at the Deer Lake Athletic Club in Independence Township.

The drowning occurred Friday, Jan. 30, shortly after 7:30 p.m. at the club on White Lake Road.

The victim’s name has not been released.

Police said more details will be shared as the investigation continues.

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