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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) - San Antonio News
· 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 Alamo Heights 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, Alamo Heights 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 are valid and warrant attention from local authorities. The fact that Jaylen was taken to the lake by neighbors without his mother's knowledge also highlights the need for better communication and supervision among adults when it comes to children's activities. As the city of Boerne conducts its internal review, it is essential for Alamo Heights residents to be aware of the potential risks associated with swimming in local lakes and to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. This incident may also prompt local officials to reevaluate water safety protocols and consider implementing additional measures to prevent such tragedies in the future.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
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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