Willard School District mourns deaths of 2 in Lake Springfield accident
Summary
Drowning Springfield Missouri in Springfield, Missouri: On Sunday at 4:30 p.m., the Springfield Fire Department Water Rescue Team and Springfield Police responded to Lake Springfield after a report of four people needing rescue. The rescue team saved 12‑year‑old Aurelie Stawny, who was later released from the hospital. Search teams later recovered the bodies of 19‑year‑old Andrea Stawny and 17‑year‑old Sofie Stawny near the dam. The incident involved members of the Stawny family who attended Willard schools.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Aurelie Stawny | Unknown | Hospitalized |
| Andrea Stawny | Unknown | Fatal |
| Sofie Stawny | Unknown | Fatal |
Original reporting
Willard School District mourns deaths of 2 in Lake Springfield accident