Family sues Camp Mystic owners as wrongful-death pause lifts amid bankruptcy
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Family sues Camp Mystic owners as wrongful-death pause lifts amid bankruptcy by Jessica Warner Mon, November 9, 2026 at 8:19 PM Updated Mon, November 9, 2026 at 8:26 PM 12 VIEW ALL PHOTOS A new lawsuit has been filed against Camp Mystic and its owners by the family of Mary Grace Baker, one of the 27 girls killed July 4, 2025. (SBG San Antonio) Comment on this story 0 Comment Share story Share topics: Camp Mystic Mary Grace Baker Wrongful-death Bankruptcy Flood risks Lawsuit Kerrville Texas KERRVILLE, Texas - A new lawsuit has been filed against Camp Mystic and its owners by the family of Mary Grace Baker, one of the 27 girls killed July 4, 2025. The lawsuit was filed as a pause on wrongful-death cases was lifted, allowing civil suits to move forward during the camp’s bankruptcy. RELATED | Judge weighs whether Camp Mystic bankruptcy shields owners as families await court update The Bakers allege Camp Mystic knew about flood risks but failed to have adequate safety and evacuation plans. The latest filing comes as Camp Mystic’s leadership has already been reshaped in federal bankruptcy court. A federal bankruptcy judge approved an agreement that removes the Eastland family from control of the camp and hands authority to two independent overseers. Under the agreement, the two independent officials have sole authority over the camp and its land. They will direct the Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization and decide how the camp will handle both civil lawsuits and government investigations. They will also consider any sale of assets. The judge’s decision means a bankruptcy trustee will not take over the case, despite calls from some of the camp’s critics. The judge said the new leadership structure addresses concerns that the Eastlands’ personal interests could clash with the companies’ interests. Any final civil settlements with flood victims or any potential sale of the camp’s 749-acre Hill Country property would still need approval in federal court. Camp Mystic has faced multiple wrongful-death lawsuits tied to the deadly flooding. Several families have sued the camp and its owners, the Eastlands, alleging wrongful death and gross negligence following the July 4, 2025, flood. The camp’s Chapter 11 filing in June put lawsuits against the camp itself on hold, but a judge has since removed that pause. The bankruptcy proceedings are unfolding alongside a criminal investigation. The Texas Rangers have started a separate investigation and have enacted search warrants against the Eastlands to determine whether they should face criminal charges. The flooding in July 2025 killed 28 people, including 25 campers, and prompted scrutiny from lawmakers. Trending Family of five killed after SUV leaves wet IH-10 overpass in Seguin, parents identified Rain-slicked IH-10 in Seguin turned deadly when a Chevrolet Tahoe left an overpass near FM 725, killing a Porter family of five, including three children. FM 725 was shut for hours as police investigate. Two adults, three children killed after vehicle goes off bridge near I-10 in Seguin A single-vehicle crash near FM 725 and Interstate 10 prompted road closures in Seguin on Sunday afternoon, according to the Seguin Police Department.In a traffic alert posted to Facebook, police said at 1:30 p.m. on Fried Chicken Sandwich Day: Where to find the best deals National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day brings free and discounted sandwiches to San Antonio, with app and rewards deals from Popeyes, Wingstop, McDonald’s, Whataburger, KFC and more as chicken sandwich demand keeps rising. Gov.-elect Hinojosa wants to expand Medicaid in Texas, will need more than executive order **The headline has been edited due to character limits Highway 281 Southbound re-opened after 18-wheeler crash Highway 281 Southbound re-opened after 18-wheeler crash NEWS IN PHOTOS: " Local " 12 NEW Family sues Camp Mystic owners as wrongful-death pause lifts amid bankruptcy 13 NEW Trial date 'tentatively set' for man accused of murdering actor Jonathan Joss 4 NEW Deep dive into Mayor Jones's legislative priority amendment 4 Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones speaks on midterm election results, cost of living, ICE facility