Tragic Incident Involving Brady Kiser and His Son Trigg: A Reminder of the Importance of Pool Safety
Brady Kiser, husband of Emilie Kiser, reportedly made a bet on an NBA playoff game before his 3-year-old son Trigg tragically drowned. According to a redacted police report, Brady was watching the game while feeding Trigg and his infant son Teddy dinner. Despite claiming to keep an eye on the backyard where Trigg fell into the pool, surveillance footage revealed that the boy was outside for at least nine minutes and in the pool for seven minutes before being discovered by Brady at 6:39 p.m. local time. On the same night, Brady placed a $25 bet on a sports betting app, which was a winning wager. The report suggested that Brady's attention was divided during the incident.
Trigg was pulled unconscious from the family's backyard pool in Chandler, Arizona, and tragically passed away days later. Investigators recommended a Class 4 felony charge of child abuse against Brady, but the Maricopa County Attorney's Office decided not to pursue charges. The decision was based on the need to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that Brady failed to perceive a substantial risk, which was a gross deviation from the standard of care a reasonable person would show. Brady's attorney expressed gratitude for the thorough investigation and confirmed that the incident was a tragic accident. Brady is currently grieving with his family and appreciates the support during this challenging time.
For essential pool safety tips and information, you can refer to Bode Miller's advice and visit Coverstar's website during Water Safety Awareness Month.