In a heartbreaking turn of events, a mother has filed a wrongful death lawsuit in the wake of her 8-year-old daughter's untimely demise at a popular hotel in Houston. The victim, identified as Aliyah Lynette Jaico, was found dead inside a hotel pool's drain pipe at the DoubleTree by Hilton on Northwest Freeway last Saturday.

Jose Daniela Jaico Ahumada, Aliyah's mother, is seeking over $1 million in damages as she contends that her daughter's tragic death could have been prevented. Richard Nava, an attorney representing the grieving mother, stated, "We're seeking justice for Aliyah because this could've been avoidable. Everybody knows this could've been avoidable," according to court documents obtained by PEOPLE.

According to the lawsuit, the family had rented a room at the DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Brookhollow hotel on March 23 to enjoy a day of swimming. Aliyah, fondly known as A.L.J. in the court documents, was swimming with her family around 4:50 p.m. local time when she was allegedly "violently sucked into a 12 to 16 inch unsecured open gap in the swimming pool flow system of the hotel's lazy river".

In a desperate attempt to find her missing daughter, Mrs. Jaico Ahumada frantically searched the area before approaching hotel management around 5:20 p.m., requesting access to video surveillance footage. Unfortunately, her request was reportedly denied, with the hotel explaining that the police needed to be present for the footage to be accessed.

After Aliyah was reported missing at approximately 5:45 p.m., a search was launched to locate her. Eventually, a team discovered her lifeless body wedged in the pipes of the hotel's pool with the help of video cameras attached to 20-foot poles. The lawsuit blames "malfunctioning pool equipment" for the tragic accident.

Representatives from Hilton and Unique Crown Hospitality, the owner and operator of the hotel, expressed their profound sorrow and extended their condolences to Aliyah's family and loved ones. Hilton emphasized that the property is independently owned and operated by a third party, clarifying that they have no control over the day-to-day operations or employment of the hotel staff.

Justin Martinez, a lawyer with Nava Law Group, stated that his team plans to file an amended petition to secure the site with a temporary restraining order to ensure the preservation of evidence and prevent any tampering.

As the investigation into this tragic incident continues, both Hilton and Unique Crown Hospitality have pledged full cooperation with the authorities. They emphasized their commitment to providing a safe and secure environment for their guests.

This heart-wrenching event serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance and ensuring the safety of all individuals, especially children, when enjoying recreational activities. The lawsuit seeks to hold accountable those responsible for the alleged negligence that caused the devastating loss of a young life.