Investigation into Toddler’s Death at Eagle Mountain Lake
Jun. 5, 2025
Updated Jun. 7, 2025 at 10:58 a.m. CDT
Update:
10:55 a.m. June 7, 2025: Revised to include victim’s name.
Incident Overview
The Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday it is investigating the death of a toddler who was pulled from Eagle Mountain Lake.
Authorities were working to determine how the 3-year-old girl, who was identified by the Tarrant County Medical Examiner as Dahlia Bingham, ended up in the water, according to a news release from the sheriff’s office.
Rescue crews responded to a drowning call at West Bay Marina in the 6900 block of Liberty School Tap Road near Azle at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, authorities said in the statement.
When they arrived, they found two people performing CPR on the young girl who was on the ground after being pulled from the lake. It was not immediately clear if the two people, described as good Samaritans, knew the victim.
Response and Investigation
The child was rushed for treatment to a local hospital, where she was pronounced dead, officials said.
Investigators did not immediately say if foul play was suspected but Tarrant County criminal investigators were trying to determine how the young girl ended up in the water, according to the news statement.
The medical examiner is expected to identify a cause of death as part of the ongoing investigation, officials said.
Related Incidents
It was at least the second water-related fatality in Tarrant County in as many days.
A woman was found dead Tuesday evening in the Trinity River.
Police were called around 5 p.m. to the Trinity River off White Settlement Road. When officers arrived, they found two bystanders trying to pull a woman from the waterway.
The woman was declared dead at the scene after crews were able to retrieve her body, officials have said. The medical examiner identified her as Tabatha Lynn Figueroa, 38. As of Saturday, her cause of death was pending.
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Conclusion
The investigation into the death of Dahlia Bingham is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the circumstances surrounding her death. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of water safety and the need for vigilance when near bodies of water.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happened to the toddler at Eagle Mountain Lake?
A: The 3-year-old girl, identified as Dahlia Bingham, was pulled from Eagle Mountain Lake and pronounced dead at a local hospital.
Q: Are authorities investigating the incident?
A: Yes, the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death, and the medical examiner is working to determine the cause of death.
Q: Was this an isolated incident?
A: No, it was at least the second water-related fatality in Tarrant County in as many days, with a woman found dead in the Trinity River on Tuesday evening.
Q: How can I stay informed about crime and public safety in my area?
A: You can read the crime and public safety news your neighbors are talking about to stay informed about incidents in your area.
