Fatal Accident in Aransas Pass Near Ferry Operations

Aransas Pass Police Department

ARANSAS PASS, TEXAS (News Release) - On Monday, May 26, 2025, at approximately 2:53 am, the Aransas Pass Police Department (APPD) received multiple 911 calls regarding a rollover crash that had just occurred on Highway 361 near Harbor Island Road. The accident shut down the highway and ferry operations to Port Aransas for five hours.

It is believed that a male driver, age 32, was driving a Dodge Ram 2500 that struck a Kia sedan temporarily parked on the side of the road, resulting in the truck rolling over. The male driver, as well as a 40-year-old female passenger, both out of Victoria, were both pronounced deceased at the scene.

A third female passenger has been taken to the hospital. Her condition is unknown at this time.

Two individuals in the Kia, both out of Ingleside, were also assessed for injuries. Upon further investigation, the driver of the Kia was arrested for DWI. His passenger was released to family after refusing treatment from EMS.

It is believed alcohol did play a factor in the crash. APPD is continuing the investigation at this time.