Overview
- Officer Joshua Nino de Guzman shot driver Randy Martin during a traffic stop and struggle on May 18, 2026, and Martin later died at UTMB after first aid at the scene.
- A Galveston County grand jury returned a 'no bill' in early September after the district attorney presented evidence from the Rangers' investigation, so no criminal charges were filed at this stage.
- The Texas Rangers conducted the probe and provided video evidence to the grand jury, but their full findings have not yet been released to the Galveston Police Department or its internal affairs unit.
- Martin’s family filed a special motion to view the officer body-camera footage and will have a private viewing on or before Sept. 21, a step that could influence whether they pursue a civil lawsuit.
- Galveston Police internal affairs remains open while the community presses for transparency and the family seeks accountability through administrative review and possible civil action.