Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Shaquil Barrett’s daughter, Arrayah, died after drowning in the family's swimming pool Sunday morning.
She was 2 years old.
According to police, via the Tampa Bay Times, officers responded to Barrett’s home around 9:30 a.m. on Sunday. Arrayah was transported to a local hospital, where she later died. An investigation is ongoing.
While specifics are not yet known, officials believe it was “a purely accidental and tragic incident.”
“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.