Springfield police identify Lake Springfield incident victims

Published
June 17, 2026
Location
Springfield, Missouri
Lake Springfield
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Incident type
Boating, Drowning

Summary

Drowning Springfield Missouri in Springfield, Missouri: A kayak and two inflatable tubes capsized at Lake Springfield on June 14, resulting in the deaths of 19‐year‐old Andrea Stawny and 17‐year‐old Sofie Stawny. Rescue crews recovered a 12‐year‐old girl from the spillway and are still searching for a missing 40‐year‐old family member.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Andrea Stawny Unknown Fatal
Sofie Stawny Unknown Fatal
Aurelie Stawny Unknown Hospitalized

Original reporting

Springfield police identify Lake Springfield incident victims

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