Man charged in beach shooting

Shooting suspect held on $15K bond

GALVESTON, Texas – A Houston man is charged in connection with a shooting on Galveston beach.

Victor Lara was arrested Saturday.

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Police said Lara, 22, shot a man near 7th Street and Seawall about 8:30 p.m. Saturday.

Police said Lara and a group of people were arguing with the man prior to the shooting.

Lara is charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and tampering with evidence. He was being held on $15,000 bond.

The victim was taken to a hospital. His condition wasn't immediately released.


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