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Ex-Council Member's Body Found in Texas River
10 Jun
Summary
- Body identified as former council member Juliet Watson.
- Watson was reported missing a week prior to discovery.
- No foul play is suspected in her death.
The body of former New Braunfels City Council member Juliet Elizabeth Watson, aged 59, was discovered in the Guadalupe River on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Watson had been reported missing on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, sparking a week-long search.
Law enforcement officials announced the identification of the body found along the banks of the Guadalupe River near Rusk Lane. The New Braunfels Police Department confirmed the victim's identity. Authorities are awaiting final determination of the cause of death from the Medical Examiner, including toxicology results.
Initial reports from the police indicate that there were no signs of foul play. Watson served two terms on the city council, representing New Braunfels from 1996 to 2002. A former colleague remembered her as a passionate advocate for preserving the town's beauty and managing its growth.
