9-year-old child dies at Hersheypark's Boardwalk water park
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A spokesperson confirmed a 9-year-old girl died at the wave pool at the Boardwalk at Hersheypark on Thursday, July 24, 2025.
A 9-year-old child died at Hersheypark's Boardwalk water attraction, sparking online debate and investigation.
A 9-year-old child died Thursday evening after an incident at Hersheypark’s water park, according to the amusement park’s CEO.
HERSHEY, Pa. — The Bhutanese Community in Harrisburg (BCH) Facebook page released a statement stating the 9-year-old who died at Hersheypark was a part of their community.
"The Derry Township Police Department is assisting Hersheypark and the Dauphin County Coroner's Office with their review into the death of a 9-year-old child at The Boardwalk at Hersheypark."