A heartbreaking tragedy has struck the family of influencer Emilie Kiser. Her 3-year-old son, Trigg, died on May 18, 2025, following a drowning accident that occurred in the family’s backyard pool in Chandler, Arizona. The incident reportedly happened on May 12, when the child was found unresponsive in the pool. He was rushed to Phoenix Children’s Hospital and placed on life support, but he tragically passed away six days later.
As of now, neither Emilie Kiser nor her husband has issued a public statement about the incident. Multiple media outlets have reported on the family's grief and the overwhelming support from followers and the wider online community. Following the incident, Emilie disabled comments on her social media posts, and her husband’s accounts were made private. The couple has asked for privacy during this extremely difficult time.
Law enforcement has not released further details about the circumstances leading to the drowning, and it is unclear whether any third-party negligence is being investigated. No information has been made public about pool barriers, access control, or supervision at the time of the incident. In Arizona, drowning cases involving minors are often reviewed thoroughly, particularly when occurring at residential properties.
According to the CDC, drowning remains the leading cause of accidental death in children between the ages of 1 and 4. Most of these tragic events occur in home pools, often during brief lapses in supervision. Even small bodies of water pose significant risks to young children, underscoring the importance of layers of protection including fencing, self-latching gates, and pool alarms.
Arizona law mandates that homeowners with pools implement specific safety measures—particularly if children under six reside on the property. This includes the use of barriers at least five feet high, gates with self-closing mechanisms, and alarms for doors that lead to pool areas. Failure to follow these laws can result in civil liability if a preventable drowning occurs.
Michael Haggard, Esq., a nationally recognized Arizona pool drowning attorney and Managing Partner of The Haggard Law Firm, spoke generally about the significance of safety compliance in cases involving young children:
“Every time we lose a child to drowning, it is a reminder that more must be done to enforce safety standards and educate families. These incidents are often preventable when proper measures are in place. Pool owners must understand the legal and moral responsibility they carry.”
In similar tragedies, families may have legal options under Arizona wrongful death and premises liability laws. If the drowning was caused or exacerbated by unsafe pool conditions or inadequate safety features, civil action can be taken to seek justice and prevent future harm. While no lawsuit can undo such a loss, it can help provide accountability and financial relief for the family.
If your child has been the victim of a drowning due to possible negligence, the team at Aquatic Attorney, led by Michael Haggard, Esq., is here to help. We offer compassionate, experienced legal guidance to families facing the unimaginable aftermath of a pool-related tragedy.
Contact us today for a free and confidential consultation to explore your legal options and understand your rights under Arizona law. We are committed to fighting for justice and safer standards in every community.
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