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Coast Guard Finds Empty Kayak, Continues Search in West Galveston Bay

Officials urge tips during a search near Alligator Point.

Overview

  • The U.S. Coast Guard is searching West Galveston Bay after reporting the missing man's kayak was found empty near Alligator Point.
  • Authorities describe the missing person as a Hispanic man in his late 30s who was last seen wearing a black shirt and gray shorts.
  • The kayaker was reported overdue after failing to return from an outing, prompting the ongoing search effort.
  • Anyone with information is asked to call Coast Guard Sector Houston-Galveston at 281-464-4851.
  • Early reports list his age as either 37 or 38, a common discrepancy in initial alerts that are later clarified.