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Missing man's body recovered from Benbrook Lake
By NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local
· July 14, 2026
· 1 min read
The body of a 62-year-old man was recovered from Benbrook Lake on Monday morning.
Texas Game Wardens and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers began searching Sunday evening for a man seen at about 6 p.m. slipping underwater in a swimming area near Mustang Park.
Game wardens and USACE employees...
Key takeaway Army Corps of Engineers began searching Sunday evening for a man seen at about 6 p.
Why this matters in Frisco News
The recovery of Freddy Ferrer Bracamonte's body from Benbrook Lake raises questions about water safety in North Texas lakes and parks. While the incident occurred outside of Frisco 's city limits, it serves as a stark reminder for residents who frequent nearby lakes and waterways in Collin and Denton counties. As the summer months approach, Frisco residents will likely be drawn to area lakes for recreation, making it crucial for local authorities to review and reinforce water safety measures. The involvement of Texas Game Wardens and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the search effort highlights the complexity of managing and responding to incidents on these waterways. Frisco residents should be aware of the potential risks associated with swimming and water activities in area lakes and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The body of a 62-year-old man was recovered from Benbrook Lake on Monday morning.
Texas Game Wardens and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers began searching Sunday evening for a man seen at about 6 p.m. slipping underwater in a swimming area near Mustang Park.
Game wardens and USACE employees...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 14, 2026 by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local and curated for Frisco News readers.
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