Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP136568)
Rachel Scott, a 25-year-old woman from Round Rock, Texas, tragically lost her life on May 19, 2018, after falling from the top deck of a party barge on Lake Travis. Witnesses reported that she struck her head on the lower deck before sliding into the water. Despite immediate rescue attempts by several individuals, she was not located.
In the days following the incident, multiple dive teams, including those from the Travis County Sheriff's Office and the Austin Police Department,
conducted extensive searches to locate Scott. These efforts continued throughout the summer without success.
On October 4, 2018, a body was discovered at a depth of 117 feet in Lake Travis, near the area where Scott was last seen. The following day, the body was recovered and subsequently identified as Scott. The official cause and manner of death were pending a final report from the medical examiner.
In August 2019, Scott's family expressed their gratitude by presenting a $15,000 check to the Austin Police Department's dive team, acknowledging their unwavering commitment to locating Scott.
This case highlights the inherent dangers associated with recreational activities on bodies of water like Lake Travis, underscoring the importance of safety measures such as wearing life jackets to prevent such tragedies. Last Seen: Jul 30, 2023
