Suspect in deadly Galveston shooting arrested in Goliad County, police say

GALVESTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A 29-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the shooting death of another man out of Galveston, police said.

Jovani Rodriguez was arrested Thursday in Goliad County. Police said Rodriguez is tied to the overnight shooting that happened in the 1000 block of 44th Street in Galveston.

According to police, the gunshots were fired at about 3 a.m. When officers responded, they found the victim dead with multiple gunshot wounds. Galveston police said the shooting is believed to have stemmed from both men arguing.

It's unclear what led police to Rodriguez, but his vehicle was found near Goliad, and he was arrested.

Rodriguez is currently in Goliad County under a criminal trespass charge, while a murder charge is pending in Galveston County.