After the death of a 9-year-old child visiting Hersheypark’s water park, one witness is speaking out about what they saw as the heartbreaking tragedy unfolded.

A typical day of enjoyment at The Boardwalk, Hersheypark's well-known water feature, took a tragic turn when a 9-year-old child drowned after getting into trouble in the water. Lifeguards and emergency personnel on the scene reportedly responded quickly after the child showed signs of concern.

Hersheypark officials say a 9-year-old child died after becoming distressed in the wave pool at Hershey Park's The Boardwalk water park on Thursday.