HOUSTON COUNTY, Texas – The Houston County Sheriff’s Office said the bodies of three people were recovered from a private lake after a tragic boating accident on Sunday.
The sheriff’s office says they were called at approximately 8:06 p.m. Sunday to the private lake.
Authorities learned four people had been fishing in a boat on the lake when it overturned, sending all four into the water. One individuals, identified as Juan Hernandez of Crockett, was able to swim safely to shore. The other three were unable to get to the shore and were reported missing.
Multiple agencies, including the Houston County Sheriff’s Office, Grapeland Fire Department, Houston County Search and Rescue personnel, and Texas Game Wardens responded to assist. The Huntsville Fire Department Dive Team was also requested to assist with the search for the three missing individuals.
At approximately 7:45 a.m. Monday morning, crews pulled the body of Sergio Quintero from the water. Shortly afterwards, the bodies of Alexander Aldaco and Junior Perez were also pulled from the water.
All four of the individuals involved in the incident were from Crockett.
“At this time, the incident appears to have been a tragic boating accident, and no foul play is suspected. The investigation is now being handled by the Texas Game Wardens,” the sheriff’s office said. “The Houston County Sheriff’s Office extends its deepest condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of Sergio Quintero, Alexander Aldaco, and Junior Perez during this incredibly difficult time.”
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