Teen Girl Dies After Suspected Seizure in Bath

On April 27, 13-year-old Kiara Ainsworth was found unconscious in her bathtub in Accrington, Lancashire. Emergency responders were called, but sadly, Kiara could not be revived.

The Preston Coroner’s Court has launched an investigation into her death. Area Coroner Kate Bisset stated, “She was found deceased at home in the bath in circumstances which suggest she may well have had an epileptic seizure whilst in the bath.” Kiara reportedly had a “significant medical history” including epilepsy.