Los Hermanos Familia, a Lubbock‑based service organization that provides free fishing outings for local children, suffered a serious loss when its trailer was stolen from a storage lot near I‑27 and Ash Avenue early Thursday morning. The trailer, which housed an estimated $18,000 in fishing rods, reels, tackle, games and other supplies for the group’s annual “Vamos a Pescar – Let’s Go Fishing” event, was taken while the lot was unattended.
Impact on the Community
The theft strikes at the heart of a program that has spent years giving West Texas families a day of outdoor recreation, family bonding and wholesome fun. “Vamos a Pescar” is more than a fishing trip; it is an opportunity for parents and kids to enjoy safe, faith‑centered activities together, reinforcing the traditional family values that strengthen our neighborhoods.
According to Los Hermanos Familia’s leadership, the missing equipment is essential for the event’s success. Without it, the organization faces a daunting financial burden to replace the gear or risk canceling the outing altogether. The loss also represents a blow to the volunteers who devote countless hours to planning and executing the program.
How Residents Can Assist
Community members are asked to keep an eye out for any large quantities of fishing equipment that appear for sale, are dumped in a lot, or otherwise seem out of place. If you notice a trailer matching the description or have any information about suspicious activity near the storage facility, please contact the Lubbock Police Department. Anonymous tips are welcome and will be forwarded without revealing the caller’s identity.
Los Hermanos Familia also invites local businesses and caring individuals to consider helping replace the stolen items if recovery proves impossible. A collective response would demonstrate that Lubbock stands behind those who serve the community, reinforcing the Christian principle of caring for one’s neighbor.
Call to Action
Share this story on social media, with church groups, and with any networks that might reach a wider audience. The more eyes that are looking, the greater the chance the trailer and its contents will be recovered intact.
While the thieves have taken material goods, they cannot diminish the community’s resolve to support Los Hermanos Familia and its mission to bring families together in a safe, faith‑affirming environment.
For updates on the investigation or ways to contribute, please visit the organization’s website or follow their official social‑media channels.
Original reporting: News/Talk 790 KFYO (Lubbock) — read the source article.
