Man arrested in connection with body found under Frio Bridge in Uvalde County

UVALDE COUNTY, Texas – The Zavala County Sheriff’s Office took a man into custody who they allege is connected to the discovery of a body Uvalde County sheriff’s deputies found under the Frio Bridge in Knippa, Texas on Jan. 22.

The Zavala Sheriff’s Office said they assisted in the arrest of Luis Ortiz Jr. on Sunday. The Texas Rangers were also working with the Uvalde County Sheriff’s Office in the joint investigation.

The details surrounding the arrest have not been released, but Zavala deputies said they recovered a firearm and ammunition.

While officials have not disclosed any charge Ortiz could face, authorities confirmed his arrest is tied to the murder case.

Investigators are still working to identify the body found under the Frio Bridge. It’s unclear if it was a woman or man.

This is a developing story. KSAT will update this story as more information becomes available.