The FBI has launched an investigation into a suspected homicide aboard MSC Seascape after the cruise ship was ordered to return to Galveston, Texas, just hours after beginning a new voyage.
The vessel had departed Galveston on Sunday, 8th November 2026, but changed course early the following morning following an incident involving a guest.
MSC Cruises has confirmed that authorities instructed the ship to return to port, while federal investigators are now working alongside several other agencies to establish what happened.
Cruise Ship Returns To Galveston
Ship tracking data shows that MSC Seascape initially departed Galveston as planned on 8th November.
However, at approximately 5.20am on Monday, 9th November, the vessel turned around and began heading back towards the Texas port.
Credit: The Cruise Globe
The ship arrived back in Galveston late that morning, remaining alongside for several hours before departing again at approximately 5pm.
MSC Cruises confirmed that the unexpected return was connected to an incident involving a guest.
A spokesperson for the cruise line said:
“On reporting a guest incident aboard our ship, we were instructed by the authorities to return to the Port of Galveston. We are cooperating fully with the investigation and providing support to those impacted.”
The ship’s subsequent departure indicates that it was permitted to continue its voyage, although it remains unclear whether the disruption will affect any scheduled port visits.
One Facebook user who claims to be a guest onboard the ship had this to say – but to be clear, this isn’t verified:
FBI Investigation Underway
The FBI’s Houston field office confirmed on 9th November that it was investigating a suspected homicide aboard MSC Seascape.
An FBI maritime liaison agent based at the agency’s Texas City Resident Agency is coordinating the investigation with the US Coast Guard, Port of Galveston Police Department, US Customs and Border Protection and MSC Cruises.
Federal officials have declined to release further information, citing the ongoing investigation.
At the time of writing, authorities have not publicly identified the person involved or disclosed the circumstances surrounding the suspected homicide.
No arrests or criminal charges have been officially announced.
MSC Cruises has stated that it is cooperating fully with investigators and providing assistance to those affected by the incident.
The investigation remains ongoing, with further details expected as authorities establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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