Galan Ruiz Arrested after Fatal Boat Crash on San Jacinto River at Rio Villa in Harris County

Galan Ruiz ID’d as Driver in Fatal DUI Harris County Boat Crash on San Jacinto River at Rio Villa

Harris County, Texas (July 4, 2019) – A driver is facing murder charges after a fatal boat wreck that took place on Sunday in east Harris County, according to a local news source.

The crash occurred on the San Jacinto River at Rio Villa on Sunday, June 30.

Deputies said a boat struck a bulkhead on the river.

A passenger on the boat is believed to have gone overboard and was not immediately located.

Two other occupants of the boat were hospitalized. A male victim was airlifted while a female victim was transported by ambulance.

Crews located the body of the missing passenger on Tuesday, July 2, at around 6 a.m.

The driver of the boat, Galan Ruiz, 41, of League City, is facing charges of murder and intoxication assault.

The Texas State Parks is investigating the wreck.