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Man sets state record after catching massive catfish with son and father on boat
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· September 1, 2026
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Key points Tyler Harmon and his relatives were on the Ohio River when he reeled in a massive blue catfish. A family fishing trip resulted in a historic catch.
A family fishing trip resulted in a historic catch. Tyler Harmon and his relatives were on the Ohio River when he reeled in a massive blue catfish. The fish weighed 72.75 pounds, setting a new state record.
This achievement came quickly, within an hour of the family's evening boat ride. Further details about the record-breaking catch are available.
The catch was made possible by a spontaneous decision to go fishing, which led to a memorable night on the water for Harmon and his family.
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Published: September 1, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
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