Colombo, Oct. 7 -- The eight-year-old boy who was critically injured in an incident at the Colombo Swimming Club has passed away, according to hospital sources.

The child, identified as Master Arlan, had fallen into a swimming pool during a private birthday party held at the club.

He had been on life support for several days after suffering severe brain injuries.

His father, Prasad Panagoda, later filed a complaint with the police, alleging negligence by the club and its staff, claiming that no lifeguard was present at the pool when his son fell in.

The Kollupitiya Police have launched a full investigation into the incident.

In a statement to its members, the Colombo Swimming Club said a lifeguard had rescued the child and provided ...