In a somber turn of events, the Lewisville Fire Department Dive Team recovered a body from Copperas Branch Lake yesterday. The discovery, which occurred at around 11:16 a.m., came in the wake of a single-vehicle crash early the previous morning on the 2900 block of northbound I-35E. A social media post from the Lewisville Police Department detailed that the vehicle purportedly veered off the roadway, crashing through a guardrail and plunging into the lake below.
As authorities piece together this tragic incident, initial findings suggest that the victim was the sole occupant of the vehicle at the time of the crash. The Lewisville Police Department, whose statement was acquired through a Facebook post, has not released the identity of the deceased, deferring to the Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office, which will handle identification and next of kin notification. At present, the investigation continues under the guidance of Lewisville authorities.
The Lewisville Police Department has expressed "sincere condolences to the family and loved ones affected by this tragedy." They offer a heartfelt message of support to those mourning, acknowledging the shared sorrow with the community as it navigates through these trying times. As the quest for answers unfolds, any individuals with knowledge about the incident are encouraged to step forward. Officer Rosales is the point of contact, reachable by phone at 972.219.3600 or via email at [email protected]. Anonymous tips can also be directed to Denton County Crime Stoppers at 1.800.388.TIPS (8477) or through their website.
