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Scurry County Sheriff IDs person found dead at Lake J.B. Thomas on June 14
By Tamlyn Price at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
SCURRY COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - The Scurry County Sheriff’s Office has identified the person found dead along the shoreline of Lake J.B. Thomas on June 14.According to the release the person was 22-year-old Aryan Holmes from Big Spring.According to a release from the sheriff’s office, deputies resp...
Key takeaway According to the release the person was 22-year-old Aryan Holmes from Big Spring.
Why this matters in The Midland
The identification of 22-year-old Aryan Holmes as the person found dead at Lake J.B. Thomas brings closure to a tragic incident that occurred on June 14. As the investigation has concluded with no foul play suspected, the focus now shifts to supporting the Holmes family and loved ones in Big Spring. The Scurry County Sheriff's Office has handled the situation with professionalism, and their condolences to the family are a testament to the community-oriented approach of local law enforcement. The fact that the autopsy results did not reveal any suspicious circumstances suggests that this was an isolated incident, and the community can take some comfort in that. However, the loss of a young life is always a sad reminder of the importance of water safety and the need for continued vigilance at local recreational areas like Lake J.B. Thomas.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
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What is this story about? SCURRY COUNTY, Texas (KOSA) - The Scurry County Sheriff’s Office has identified the person found dead along the shoreline of Lake J.B. Thomas on June 14.According to the release the person was 22-year-old Aryan Holmes from Big Spring.According to a release from the sheriff’s office, deputies resp...
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