Tragedy Strikes Oklahoma City Family: Twin Toddlers Drown in Family Pool
An unimaginable heartbreak has struck an Oklahoma City family as they mourn the devastating loss of their precious twin toddlers, Locklyn and Loreli. The 18-month-old boy and girl drowned in their own backyard pool in a heartbreaking accident that has shaken the community to its core.
The tragedy unfolded when the twins’ great-grandmother, who battles Alzheimer’s, accidentally left the back door open, allowing the curious little ones to wander outside unnoticed. Jenny Callazzo, a 37-year-old stay-at-home mom and boutique owner, discovered the unthinkable on a quiet Thursday morning—her beloved children unconscious at the bottom of the pool.
Despite frantic and immediate attempts to save Locklyn and Loreli, the twins tragically passed away two hours later. The Daily Mail reports that the family, who lives in a $565,000 home alongside Jenny’s husband Sonny—a 42-year-old marketing executive—and their six other children, now faces the unbearable weight of grief.
A relative shared how a simple, heartbreaking mistake—the open door—set in motion this tragic accident. Aerial footage revealed a pool covered in algae, a stark reminder of the lurking dangers young children face around water. Though the police investigation is ongoing, foul play is not suspected.
Before this tragedy, Jenny had joyfully shared pictures of the twins playing outside, their innocent smiles a painful contrast to the sorrow that now blankets the family. Neighbors recall the heart-wrenching scene of emergency crews rushing to the home and paramedics desperately working to revive the children, as Jenny herself was rushed away in an EMS vehicle.
In the wake of this unimaginable loss, a GoFundMe campaign has been launched to support the family with unforeseen expenses, reflecting the community’s outpouring of love and support during their darkest hour.
Laura Gamino, injury prevention coordinator at OU Health, reminds us all of the silent dangers water poses to young children. She stresses the urgent need for vigilance, recommending that families install four-foot-high fences with secure gates around pools to help prevent such tragedies.
As Oklahoma City grieves alongside Jenny, Sonny, and their family, Locklyn and Loreli’s story stands as a solemn reminder of how fragile life is—and the critical importance of safeguarding our most vulnerable loved ones.
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