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San Antonio mother seeks answers after 13-year-old son drowns at Boerne City Lake
By Madalynn Lambert, Misael Gomez, Alex Gamez, Valerie Gomez at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 2, 2026
· 3 min read
A San Antonio mother is demanding answers after her 13-year-old son drowned Sunday at Boerne City Lake.Mia Robinson said her son, Jaylen, told her he was going for a swim, but he never mentioned he was leaving the city and going to a lake.“He gave me a hug, and he said... ‘Bye mom, I love you. I’...
Key takeaway Mia Robinson said her son, Jaylen, told her he was going for a swim, but he never mentioned he was leaving the city and going to a lake.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The tragic drowning of 13-year-old Jaylen at Boerne City Lake raises concerns about water safety in the San Antonio area. As a community, Terrell Hills residents often visit nearby lakes and waterways, making it crucial to assess the safety measures in place. Mia Robinson's plea for answers and her concerns about the lack of safety equipment at the lake resonate deeply. The fact that Jaylen was taken to the lake without his mother's knowledge, despite his limited swimming ability, highlights the need for increased awareness and vigilance among parents and guardians. Furthermore, the incident underscores the importance of having proper safety protocols and equipment, such as life vests, readily available at local waterways. As the city of Boerne conducts its internal review, Terrell Hills residents should take this opportunity to reflect on their own water safety practices and advocate for improved safety measures in their community.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? A San Antonio mother is demanding answers after her 13-year-old son drowned Sunday at Boerne City Lake.Mia Robinson said her son, Jaylen, told her he was going for a swim, but he never mentioned he was leaving the city and going to a lake.“He gave me a hug, and he said... ‘Bye mom, I love you. I’...
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