Commercial nursery in Gloucestershire closed its doors after child drowning incident, still under active police investigation. The altercation, which has sparked fears and anger among members of the local community, took place on Saturday, October 14. Local councils have already been notified of these concerns, and a full investigation is now ongoing from Gloucestershire Police.
Chloe Harcombe, an elected representative from the West of England area, has been named as at the heart of the incident. The nursery’s decision to close aims to ensure the safety and well-being of all children and staff while the investigation unfolds.
The nursery issued a statement confirming their cooperation with law enforcement:
“We will of course be providing the authorities with all possible support and assistance.” – nursery spokesperson
Parents and guardians of the thousands of children registered at the nursery have voiced their opposition to the pending closure. All of them are looking for answers—an understanding of what’s happening right now and what it means for their kids moving forward.
The nursery spokesperson further stated:
“Owing to the active police investigation, no further details about the incident can be shared at this time.” – nursery spokesperson
Community members have reacted with a combination of shock and sympathy for those arrested. The nursery has apologized to parents and promised them that they are still dedicated to providing children and staff with a safe atmosphere.
The indictment is a strong indication that the investigation is not over. Gloucestershire Police were approached for comment, but none has been forthcoming at time of writing. The nursery’s future operations now hinges on the results of this inquiry and the recommendations authorities make based on it.
