Event Brief
Massive catfish caught at Hesperia Lake Park
Filed: Aug 01, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET
Summary: Two huge catfish were caught at Hesperia Lake Park; one escaped. “Catzilla” remains at large.
WHO: Anglers and park visitors; the escaped catfish nicknamed “Catzilla.”
WHAT: Two exceptionally large catfish were captured; one escaped from Hesperia Lake Park.
WHEN: Jul 31, 2026 at 9:32 PM ET
WHERE: Hesperia Lake Park, Hesperia, CA
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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