Child dies after fall at Charlotte airport; investigation underway

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.