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Body of 17-year-old missing after Galveston Bay fishing trip recovered, Texas EquuSearch confirms
By Ricky Munoz, Austin McAfee, Michael Horton at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 28, 2026
· 3 min read
The body of a 17-year-old boy who disappeared after an inflatable raft deflated during a fishing trip in Galveston Bay has been recovered, according to Texas EquuSearch.Nathan Lowery went missing Saturday morning after he and his 16-year-old brother launched an inflatable raft near the north side...
Key takeaway Nathan Lowery went missing Saturday morning after he and his 16-year-old brother launched an inflatable raft near the north side of the Texas City Dike shortly before sunrise to go fishing.
Why this matters in The Pearland
The search for Nathan Lowery is a sobering reminder of the dangers that exist in Galveston Bay, a body of water that is both a recreational haven and a commercial thoroughfare. For residents of Pearland , the incident hits close to home, as many in the community regularly visit the Texas City Dike and surrounding areas for fishing and other water activities. The fact that multiple agencies, including Texas EquuSearch and the U.S. Coast Guard, are working together to search the bay underscores the complexity and difficulty of the operation. As the search continues, it is likely that local residents will be watching with bated breath, hoping for a positive outcome. The incident also raises questions about water safety and the importance of being prepared when engaging in activities on the bay, a topic that will likely be discussed in the community in the coming days.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? The body of a 17-year-old boy who disappeared after an inflatable raft deflated during a fishing trip in Galveston Bay has been recovered, according to Texas EquuSearch.Nathan Lowery went missing Saturday morning after he and his 16-year-old brother launched an inflatable raft near the north side...
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