Update: Daikerlyn Alejandra Gonzalez-Gonzalez was identified as the suspect that was driving the jet ski that killed Ava. She was arrested on Monday, May 27th. Another individual identified as 21-year-old Maikel Coello Peroz, was also arrested. According to Texas Attorney General, both of them are illegal alients from Venezuela. After the jet ski incident, the Gonzalez-Gonzalez fled the scene with Peroz and in the process, committed a hit-and-run after striking another vehicle.
“Ava Moore’s senseless death was caused by an illegal alien who should have never been in our country in the first place. My heart breaks for Ava’s family and friends, and my prayers are with them as they face this tragedy,” said Attorney General Paxton. “My office will continue to work with local, state, and national law enforcement partners to secure justice for Ava.”
Original Post:
Texas Game Wardens are investigating the death of 18-year-old Ava Moore following a collision on Lake Grapevine the evening of May 25, 2025.
According to preliminary reports, Moore was killed when she was struck by a personal watercraft (PWC) carrying two female occupants. The passenger remained at the scene and was interviewed by first responders. The operator of the PWC fled the scene with an adult male. The pair later struck a vehicle while leaving the area. The Grapevine Police Department is handling the automotive hit-and-run investigation.
Authorities are actively searching for both the PWC operator and the driver of the vehicle involved in the hit-and-run. Anyone with information is asked to contact Grapevine Police detectives at cidmail@grapevinetexas.gov.
Texas Game Wardens are leading the investigation into the water-related fatality.
