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Waco Police identify drowning victim
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· August 3, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The police investigation has confirmed the identity of the victim, who was 19 years old at the time of the incident.
A 19-year-old man who drowned in Lake Waco has been identified by Waco Police. The incident occurred last week, and authorities have now released the victim's age. Further details about the drowning are available from the Waco Police.
The police investigation has confirmed the identity of the victim, who was 19 years old at the time of the incident. For more information about the drowning in Lake Waco, readers can refer to the Waco Police for additional details.
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Category: safety Published: August 3, 2026 Source: Waco Tribune-Herald Reading time: 1 min
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