2 married couples from Honduras were among 5 adults who drowned in an Ohio river

Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Patrick Aftoora-Orsagos And Marlon González, Associated Press, KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) · July 21, 2026 · 3 min read

The skies were mostly clear and weeks of sweltering heat had finally broken as 33-year-old Jose Mario Pineda Dias and his 28-year-old wife, Marina Suyapa Regalado, set out with their two children for some leisurely fishing in an Ohio river. A second Honduran couple and an adult friend joined them...

Why this matters in The San Antonio

The tragic loss of the two married couples from Honduras in an Ohio river has sent shockwaves through the San Antonio community, which is home to a significant Honduran population. As the repatriation process begins, local Honduran families and community leaders may be called upon to provide support and assistance to the relatives of the victims. The fact that the two children, aged 8 and 10, are now orphaned and in the care of the state of Ohio, highlights the need for local organizations and social services to be prepared to help reunite them with their relatives in Honduras. The GoFundMe campaign launched by Brenda Raya, a relative of the victims, may also receive support from San Antonio residents who want to help alleviate the financial burden on the family. As the community comes together to mourn the loss of these lives, it also underscores the importance of providing resources and support to immigrant families in need.

About this story

Original reporting by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate). The San Antonio surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page.

For the complete original report, visit KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate). Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom.

Category: local · Published: July 21, 2026 · Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) · Reading time: 3 min

Frequently asked about this story

What is this story about?

When was this published?

This article was first published on July 21, 2026 by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) and curated for The San Antonio readers.

Who reported this story?

This story was reported by Patrick Aftoora-Orsagos And Marlon González, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate). To learn more about how The San Antonio selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards.

Where can I find related coverage?

See more local coverage from The San Antonio, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs.

Summary created by	The San Antonio Editorial Desk — automated, rule-governed
Original reporting	Patrick Aftoora-Orsagos And Marlon González, Associated Press, KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
Original story	Read at the source
Source published	Jul 21, 2026
Indexed here	Jul 21, 2026
AI assistance	Automated summary drawn from the source’s own published text
Prepublication human review	No — editorial rules, flagged-item review, and published samples

2 married couples from Honduras were among 5 adults who drowned in an Ohio river

More stories

Alamo offers special after-hours vault tour for keen history buffs

Stephen Curry to have a dedicated exhibit at the Basketball Hall of Fame, a 1st for an active player

Moondance: Johnny Cash tribute band set to play the Cibolo

President Donald Trump to travel to Michigan ahead of swing state's primary election

First rescued beluga whales arrive at SeaWorld San Antonio from closed Canadian marine park

2 married couples from Honduras were among 5 adults who drowned in an Ohio river

CLEAR Alert issued for 57-year-old man last seen on North Side

Wreckage found of Pan Am plane crash that helped lead to today's safety briefings on every flight

Morgan Rogers 'so excited' after sealing British record $156.5M move from Aston Villa to Chelsea

Texas foster care agency cancels troubled provider’s contract

Judge blocks feds from deporting witness to Houston ICE shooting

Pet Safety Tips for High Temperatures

Get the briefing.