Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
07/04/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/04/2026 19:58
Official Media Statement: Water Fatality, Lake Hawkins, Wood County
Official Media Statement: Water Fatality, Lake Hawkins, Wood County
July 4, 2026
Media Contact: TPWD News, Business Hours, 512-389-8030
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July 4, 5 p.m.: The 27-year-old man was recovered from Lake Hawkins by a local dive team.
July 4, 1:30 p.m.: Texas Game Wardens in Wood County are responding to a possible water related fatality at Lake Hawkins. Witnesses report seeing the 27-year-old man go underwater in the swim area and not resurface.
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