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Cruise Ship Homicide: FBI Probes Death at Sea
9 Nov
Summary
- FBI investigates suspected homicide aboard a cruise ship.
- The ship returned to Galveston, Texas, after one day.
- The voyage was scheduled for Mexico and Honduras.
Federal authorities are investigating a suspected homicide aboard the MSC Seascape cruise ship. The vessel departed Galveston, Texas, on November 7, 2026, for a seven-night voyage to Mexico and Honduras. However, the ship was ordered to return to Galveston, docking on November 9, 2026, after just one day at sea.
FBI Houston confirmed that agents responded to the MSC Seascape upon its return to port. While details remain scarce, the investigation is being treated as a suspected homicide. The FBI, as the primary federal agency for investigating crimes on the high seas, is coordinating with the U.S. Coast Guard, Port of Galveston Police, Customs and Border Protection, and MSC Cruises.
MSC Cruises stated that they reported an incident involving a guest to authorities, which led to the ship's diversion back to Galveston. The cruise line is cooperating fully with the investigation and providing support to those affected. The MSC Seascape has since resumed its itinerary. No further information regarding the victim or any potential suspects has been released.
