Child dies after fall at Charlotte airport; investigation underway

Friday, October 4, 2019
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WTVD) -- An investigation is underway after a toddler died following a fall in a stairway at Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

Police said 3-year-old Jaden Cowart fell near an escalator in the baggage claim area on Wednesday.

He was taken to a hospital, where he later died from his injuries.

A GoFundMe for the child's family hopes to raise money to help with funeral and hospital expenses.
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