Tragic Fishing Accident in Grand Prairie, TX

A devastating incident unfolded in Grand Prairie, Texas, over the weekend as a father and his young son drowned while fishing. According to officials, the 6-year-old boy was swept under the water by a strong current. In a heroic attempt to save his son, the boy's father, 26-year-old Fernando Carlos, jumped into the water. Tragically, neither of them resurfaced.

Rescue teams worked tirelessly to locate the victims. Fernando's body was recovered Saturday evening, while the boy’s body was found the following day, near Mi Familia Park.

Community Mourns the Loss

Family members are heartbroken by the tragedy, as Carlos leaves behind two daughters, aged five and nine. The family has expressed their grief over the loss of both father and son, recalling Fernando as a devoted father and hard-working man who had been saving to buy a home.

This is not the first drowning incident at Mountain Creek. Earlier this year, another individual drowned in similar circumstances, highlighting the dangers of fishing near the creek.

Source: Parent Herald