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13-year-old boy’s body recovered from Boerne City Lake, fire officials say
By Christian Riley Dutcher, Emilio Sanchez, Pachatta Pope, Jarryd Luna, Spencer Hea at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 29, 2026
· 2 min read
The body of a 13-year-old boy was found Monday morning in Boerne City Lake, according to the Boerne Fire Department. Divers with the fire department found the body just after 9 a.m., around 12 to 15 feet deep in the water and about 20 feet from shore, fire officials said. On Monday, the fire depa...
Key takeaway , around 12 to 15 feet deep in the water and about 20 feet from shore, fire officials said.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The tragic recovery of the 13-year-old boy's body from Boerne City Lake marks a disturbing trend in water safety incidents in the area. With this being the second reported drowning at the lake this summer, concerns about recreational safety are growing. As the Fourth of July approaches, Chief Manuel Casarez's warning to prioritize safety takes on added urgency. The fact that multiple agencies, including the Boerne Police Department and the Kendall County Sheriff's Office, were involved in the search efforts highlights the complexity and resources required to respond to such incidents. The lake's closure on Sunday and the subsequent search operation also underscore the economic and logistical impacts of these tragedies on local communities. As the summer season continues, it is crucial for residents and visitors to exercise caution when engaging in water activities, and for local authorities to reassess and reinforce safety measures at popular recreational spots like Boerne City Lake.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The body of a 13-year-old boy was found Monday morning in Boerne City Lake, according to the Boerne Fire Department. Divers with the fire department found the body just after 9 a.m., around 12 to 15 feet deep in the water and about 20 feet from shore, fire officials said. On Monday, the fire depa...
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