Police continue investigating the circumstances surrounding the child’s death at a condominium complex in Bryan.
BRYAN, Texas — A 4-year-old boy died Tuesday after he was reported missing from a condominium complex and was later found unresponsive in a swimming pool, prompting an ongoing investigation by local authorities.
Police said the child, identified as Jermaine Mills, disappeared from the Oak Creek Condos area Tuesday evening. Officers, emergency responders and community members joined a search effort after family members reported that they could not locate him. The case ended in tragedy when the boy was found in the pool and transported to a hospital, where he later died. Authorities have not announced any findings regarding how the child entered the water.
According to the Bryan Police Department, officers responded after receiving a report that the child was missing. Family members told investigators they had last seen Jermaine near the pool area roughly 30 minutes before the emergency call was placed. As concern grew, officers coordinated a search throughout the condominium complex and surrounding areas. Residents also assisted in looking for the child as authorities worked to locate him as quickly as possible. More than an hour after the search began, responders found Jermaine in the pool. Emergency personnel immediately began life-saving measures at the scene before transporting him to a local hospital. Despite those efforts, the child later died from his injuries. Police have not released a detailed timeline beyond the initial report and recovery.
Investigators said conditions in the pool contributed to limited visibility in the water. Officials did not elaborate on what factors reduced visibility, but they noted that those conditions complicated efforts to see into the pool. Authorities have not said whether there were witnesses who observed the child enter the water or how long he may have been in the pool before he was discovered. Police also have not released information about potential surveillance footage, barriers surrounding the pool area or whether any safety equipment was present nearby. The department said the investigation remains active and that detectives are continuing to gather evidence and interview people connected to the case. No criminal charges have been announced, and authorities have not indicated whether foul play is suspected.
The death comes as communities across the United States enter the summer season, when swimming pools, lakes and other recreational water areas draw larger numbers of families and children. Drowning remains one of the leading causes of accidental death among young children, and public safety agencies routinely increase awareness campaigns during warmer months. Residential and community pools often become a focus of those efforts because children can gain access to water quickly and silently. In many incidents involving young children, investigators examine supervision, access points, fencing, gates and environmental conditions as part of their review. Officials in Bryan have not suggested that any particular factor contributed to Jermaine’s death, but investigators are expected to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident as they continue their work.
Police have not provided a timetable for completing their investigation. Detectives are expected to review evidence collected from the scene, evaluate witness statements and determine whether any additional reports or findings will be released publicly. Medical officials may also conduct further examinations as part of the standard process following a child death investigation. Authorities have not announced plans for a public briefing, though additional information could become available as investigators complete interviews and analyze evidence. At this stage, officials have emphasized that the case remains under review and that many questions surrounding the circumstances of the incident have yet to be answered. The findings of the investigation will determine whether any further action is warranted.
Residents who participated in the search were left grieving after the outcome became known. Community members had joined officers in an effort to locate the child, hoping he would be found safe. Instead, the search concluded with emergency crews rushing the boy to the hospital. The loss has resonated throughout the condominium community, where neighbors and families had gathered during the search effort. Police expressed appreciation for those who assisted while also extending condolences to the child’s family. In statements following the incident, authorities stressed the importance of vigilance around water while acknowledging the profound impact the tragedy has had on those who knew Jermaine and those who helped search for him.
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities have not released additional details beyond confirming the child’s death. Police are expected to provide updates if new information becomes available in the coming days.
Author note: Last updated June 11, 2026.