Tragic bathing accident: 67-year-old dies from a boy from the diving tower!

Tragic bathing accident: 67-year-old dies from a boy from the diving tower!

Schwimmbad Les Mélèzes, 2300 La Chaux-de-Fonds, Schweiz - A tragic incident occurred on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, in the Les Mélèzes swimming pool in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland. A 67-year-old man from the region was fatally injured when an approximately ten-year-old boy jumped from the 5-meter jumping tower and fell directly to him. Despite immediate medical care, the man died at the scene of the accident. The Neuchâtel emergency call center received the emergency call at 2:30 p.m., whereupon emergency services reacted quickly.

The situation in the swimming pool was tense when four gendarmerie patrols, several patrols from the criminal police, an ambulance and three firefighters of the Montagnes Neuchâteloises and the Smur were used. In order to ensure a safe implementation of the rescue measures, the swimming pool was evacuated and closed for the public, with a planned reopening for the following day.

Investigations and witness call

The public prosecutor has initiated a criminal investigation to clarify the circumstances of the accident. Persons present were interviewed by the police while a Care Team was consulted to support those affected. The authorities are now looking for the young splash. The boy sought is described as about ten years old, with brown hair and in dark swimming trunks. He was presumably accompanied by a woman. Witnesses who have information about the boy's incident or identity are asked to contact the Neuchâtel police on 032 889 90 00

Such incidents throw a light on safety in swimming pools. According to experts, Swiss bathing establishments record around 1,500 accidents annually, which range from small injuries to serious drowning cases. Most of these accidents affect children and adolescents. Often carelessness, slide accidents and improper use of facilities are the causes. Therefore, increased safety precautions, such as more lifeguards and preventive training programs, are of crucial importance.

prevention and outlook

In order to minimize the risk of accidents, experts require a comprehensive awareness of bathing accident prevention. The public shows increasing interest in security training. The awareness that accidents in the swimming pool are often avoidable is increasingly recognized. Security in the swimming pool requires cooperation between visitors and operators. It is urgently needed to promote education and vigilance to prevent future tragedies.

In memory of the tragic loss of the 67-year-old man and to strengthen the security culture in Swiss swimming pools, it is important to work together in a safer environment for all bathers. Imticker Add that security concepts can also include preventive surveillance and clear rules in order to counter the increasing number of bathing accidents.