News Summary
The body of Jay Dunn, a 74-year-old man from Leander, Texas, was recovered after a week-long search. Missing since June 7, his disappearance raised concerns due to severe flooding. His family found his belongings at home, leading to an extensive search operation that culminated in the discovery of his remains, as the county experiences multiple flood-related tragedies.
Leander, Texas: Body of Missing 74-Year-Old Man Found After Flood Search
The body of Jay Dunn, a 74-year-old man from Leander, Texas, was recovered on Saturday, July 12, after an extensive search that lasted nearly a week. Dunn had been missing since June 7, raising concerns within his family when they could not contact him, especially during the flooding that occurred over the Fourth of July weekend.
His son, Brandon Dunn, reported that the family had attempted to check on Jay during the floods but lost contact, leading them to perform a welfare check on July 6. When they arrived at their father’s home, located along County Road 177 near Brushy Creek—an area susceptible to rising water levels—they discovered his phone and wallet inside the house. This situation intensified the family’s worry, as Jay Dunn traditionally avoided the creek that has a history of flooding.
Following their discovery, an extensive search operation was launched on July 6. Searching crews found several items on his property, including a scooter and articles of clothing, which indicated that Jay may have ventured near the river as water levels rose unexpectedly. As the area experienced a devastating rise in floodwaters, Bradon Dunn expressed both hope and a desire for closure regarding his father’s safety throughout the searching phase.
On July 12, the search concluded with confirmation of recovered remains belonging to Jay Dunn, which Brandon confirmed to local authorities. This incident marked one of several tragedies in Williamson County associated with severe flooding, which has claimed three confirmed lives as of that date. Additionally, as of July 9, another person remained missing in connection to the floodwaters.
The flooding that struck Central Texas generated a considerable amount of destruction, with a reported total death toll reaching 118 individuals. Preliminary assessments indicated that over 54 structures were either severely damaged or outright destroyed as a result of the flood. With the continuing crisis impacting local communities, officials in Williamson County took steps to facilitate cleanup efforts, urging volunteers to join organized efforts to maintain safety.
In addition to structural damage, the flooding necessitated the evacuation of over 100 animals from shelters in nearby Georgetown and Lampasas. Emergency rescue operations were also executed in Liberty Hill, rescuing 13 minors and three adult workers trapped in a residential facility known as Hope House.
In response to these challenges, Williamson County officials announced their commitment to authorize a financial assistance program for affected residents and extend the local disaster declaration to provide necessary support during this difficult time. As the community rallies together, the focus remains on recovery and rebuilding in the wake of these disastrous floods that have had a profound impact on numerous lives.
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- KVUE: Jay Dunn Found
- Wikipedia: Leander, Texas
- FOX 7 Austin: Texas Flooding
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- Google News: Texas Flooding
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