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Wife and children of Argentine soccer player Lucas Trejo killed in Venezuela earthquakes
By Minyvonne Burke | NBC News at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· June 30, 2026
· 3 min read
An Argentine soccer player for a Venezuelan team lost his wife and two young children in the powerful twin earthquakes that struck the country last week.
Before their deaths were confirmed, Lucas Trejo described to Noticias Telemundo how he was “going through the rubble with my hands” searchin...
Key takeaway 2 earthquake struck near the town of San Felipe shortly after 6 p.
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
The tragic loss of life in Venezuela's earthquakes resonates deeply in Trophy Club , where many residents have ties to the international community. As news of Lucas Trejo's family emerges, it serves as a stark reminder of the global connections that bind communities like Trophy Club to the world beyond Denton County. The earthquakes' devastating impact on families, including those with young children, will undoubtedly strike a chord with local parents and families who value the safety and security of their own communities. As the people of Trophy Club learn more about the disaster, they may be inspired to support relief efforts or reflect on their own emergency preparedness, highlighting the importance of community resilience in the face of unexpected tragedies. The story of Trejo's desperate search for his family will likely stay with residents, a poignant reminder of the human cost of natural disasters.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? An Argentine soccer player for a Venezuelan team lost his wife and two young children in the powerful twin earthquakes that struck the country last week.
Before their deaths were confirmed, Lucas Trejo described to Noticias Telemundo how he was “going through the rubble with my hands” searchin...
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