Three Brothers Die After Falling Through Icy Pond Near Bonham, Texas

Three Children Die After Pond Incident Near Bonham

Three brothers died after falling through an icy pond at a private property just outside Bonham, Texas, according to information released by the Fannin County Sheriff's Office on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

The incident occurred on Monday at a private pond in north Texas. Multiple agencies responded to an emergency call reporting that children had fallen through ice on the pond. The Fannin County Sheriff's Office confirmed that three brothers, ages 6, 8, and 9, were involved.

Emergency Response and Recovery Efforts

Authorities reported that first responders and a neighbor pulled the 8-year-old and 9-year-old boys from the water. Medical personnel immediately administered care at the scene before transporting both boys to a nearby hospital.

The Fannin County Sheriff's Office stated that the 6-year-old boy did not resurface initially. An extensive search followed at the private pond outside Bonham. During this search, responders located the 6-year-old child.

Confirmed Fatalities and Official Statement

Officials confirmed that all three brothers were pronounced dead. The Fannin County Sheriff's Office announced the deaths in a public release on Tuesday.

In the release, the sheriff's office stated that, out of respect for the family and their privacy, it would not disclose the children's names. No additional personal information about the victims was provided.

Location and Involved Agencies

The incident took place at a private pond located just outside the city of Bonham in Fannin County, in north Texas. The Fannin County Sheriff's Office reported that multiple agencies took part in the emergency response to the call on Monday.

The sheriff's office has not released further details about the sequence of events leading up to the children falling through the ice, beyond confirming that the boys fell into the icy pond and that rescue and search operations were conducted at the scene.