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A toddler was found in a pool and declared dead. He’s alive and his parents could be charged
An 18-month-old toddler found in a Phoenix suburb pool was declared dead but later discovered breathing in a hospital morgue. Police and hospital staff initially performed life-saving measures, but the child was placed in a 'cold room' despite apparent signs of life. He survived and was released, with police recommending negligence charges against the parents.
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