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Sister Suffers Burns Saving Brother in Fire
10 Jul
Summary
- A five-year-old boy died in a house fire on June 25, 2026.
- His 17-year-old sister sustained severe burns trying to rescue him.
- The family lost all possessions and is staying in a hotel.
A tragic fire on June 25, 2026, resulted in the death of five-year-old Lyxander Barboza Mendoza at his family's home. His 17-year-old sister, Violeta, sustained critical third-degree burns while trying to rescue Lyxander from the intense flames.
Two of Lyxander's siblings, Violeta and 12-year-old Angel, are currently in the burn unit at Parkland Hospital, facing a long recovery. Their mother had been en route to the ER when the incident occurred. The family lost all their belongings in the fire and is being temporarily housed in a hotel.
A community vigil honoring Lyxander Mendoza is scheduled for Friday at 7:30 p.m. at Foster Park in Fort Worth. Efforts are underway to support the family through this difficult time.
