US EditionWitnesses at Hersheypark Describe the Tragic Death of a 9-Year-Old Girl
HERSHEYPARK, PENNSYLVANIA, JUL 24 – Sophia Subedi, 9, died July 24 after lifeguards performed life-saving efforts in the wave pool at Hersheypark, which had about 200 guests at the time, less than half capacity.
- A 9-year-old girl named Sophia Subedi died on July 24, 2025, after an incident at the wave pool in Hersheypark's Boardwalk in Pennsylvania.
- The death followed lifeguards recognizing Sophia in distress, pulling her from the water after at least a minute or two, and performing CPR which was unsuccessful.
- Hersheypark had more than 100 certified lifeguards on duty including 10 stationed at the wave pool, all trained in deepwater rescue and life support skills certified by Ellis & Associates.
- CEO John Lawn emphasized that safety remains the highest priority for the park and noted that they are currently carrying out an internal investigation while cooperating fully with authorities.
- Witnesses and family members including Antonio Santos called for enhanced safety measures and lifeguard training while asking for thoughts and prayers for the grieving family.
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9-year-old girl who died after rescue attempts at Hersheypark wave pool is identified
Sophia Subedi, of Harrisburg, has been identified as the 9-year-old girl who died after an incident at the wave pool at Hersheypark on Thursday. Subedi is the first guest to die at the theme park in its 119-year history. The cause and manner of her death have not been released by the Dauphin County Coroner's Office amid an ongoing investigation.
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