Father and Son Die in Tragic Drowning Incident at Holden Beach
A 20-year-old son, Dylan Roberts, drowned at Holden Beach, North Carolina, while attempting to rescue his father, Daniel Jason Roberts, 46, who also died in the incident. The family confirmed the father-son relationship, and loved ones established a GoFundMe to…

Atlanta, GA, August 4, 2026 —
A devastating incident at Holden Beach, North Carolina, has resulted in the deaths of a father and his son. Dylan Roberts, 20, drowned while attempting to rescue his father, Daniel Jason Roberts, 46. Both individuals were pronounced deceased following the tragic event.
The family has confirmed the relationship between Dylan Roberts and Daniel Jason Roberts. The circumstances leading to the need for a rescue attempt were not detailed in the provided information.
In the wake of this profound loss, loved ones have established a GoFundMe campaign. The crowdfunding effort aims to provide financial support to the family as they navigate this difficult time.
Story summarized from the original created by Luke Tucker, Jordan Gartner on www.atlantanewsfirst.com, see more information here.