Inquest begins into death of toddler who drowned in pool

Monday 24 August 2026 · 2 outlets · 3 reports · updated Mon 24 Aug, 6:37pm

An inquest is underway in Auckland District Court regarding the 2023 death of River Albert-Wihone. The toddler died 12 days after wandering into a family pool. His family hopes the proceedings will help prevent similar tragedies in the future.

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First reported by 1News, Mon 24 Aug, 4:18pm · 3 reports from 2 outlets over 2 hours

1News via RNZMon 24 Aug, 4:18pm

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NZ HeraldMon 24 Aug, 5:53pm

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