[Warning: Potentially Triggering Content] What was supposed to be a day of celebration for Jannie du Plessis (pictured above) turned into a living nightmare when the South African rugby star’s baby son, Jan Nathaniël, died in an accidental drowning in a swimming pool at home.
According to Reuters, the tragedy occurred as the family was celebrating the athlete’s 39th birthday at their house in the mining town of Krugersdorp on Tuesday, November 16. Related: Rapper Young Dolph Dead At 36 Following Memphis Shooting Police Captain Raymond Sebonyane said law enforcement responded to a call at Du Plessis’ home around 7 p.m., where the infant fell into the family’s pool and drowned.
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