Noah Probst, 1-Year-Old Boy from Peotone, Tragically Drowns in Residential Pool in Bannockburn, Illinois
Bannockburn, Illinois – A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded this week as 1-year-old Noah Probst of Peotone passed away after a drowning accident in a residential indoor pool in Bannockburn.
The incident occurred on Monday, February 19, 2025, at approximately 2 p.m. at a home on Half Day Road. Emergency responders arrived at the scene after receiving reports of a child drowning. Despite immediate life-saving efforts at the scene by the Deerfield-Bannockburn Fire Department and Bannockburn Police Department, Noah was transported to Highland Park Hospital, where he was sadly pronounced dead.
Noah’s family, including his devastated parents, have been left inconsolable by the loss of their young son. His grandmother, Tanya Probst, shared her grief on social media, expressing how deeply the entire family is affected. “Our hearts have been ripped from our chests,” she wrote, urging others to keep Noah’s parents in their prayers.
Authorities are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident but have confirmed there is no foul play suspected. Drownings are one of the leading causes of accidental deaths among young children, and this tragedy is a painful reminder of the importance of water safety and constant supervision.
Noah will be remembered for his bright spirit and the immense love he brought to his family.
