All articles tagged with #bexar county
Originally Published 15 days ago — by ABC News
Camila Mendoza Olmos, a 19-year-old from Bexar County, Texas, has been missing since December 24th. She was last seen on the morning of December 27th searching her vehicle and leaving her home on foot. Authorities are investigating her disappearance and ask for public assistance in locating her.
Originally Published 20 days ago — by KSAT
The Bexar County Veterans Department is in turmoil following allegations of misconduct against its leadership, including the resignation of Deputy Director Nancy Taguacta after a misconduct investigation, and the placement on leave of Director Keith Wilson, amid reports of a hostile work environment and violations of employee privacy and protections.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by KSAT
A single case of measles has been reported in Bexar County, Texas, linked to a statewide outbreak that has seen over 750 cases since January, with most cases in West Texas. Health officials emphasize the importance of vaccination and monitoring symptoms, especially for vulnerable groups, and report no current public exposure risk in Bexar County.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by KSAT
Bexar County offices closed early in anticipation of planned peaceful protests against ICE in downtown San Antonio, with increased security measures including deployment of Texas National Guard and closures of key sites like the Alamo, amid ongoing tensions over immigration enforcement.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KSAT San Antonio
A student from Harlan High School in Bexar County, Texas, was hit by a vehicle while crossing Culebra Road outside a designated crosswalk. The driver stopped to assist, and no charges are expected. The student was taken to the hospital by EMS for evaluation, with no further details on their condition available.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
The bodies of a missing Texas woman and her 3-year-old son, who were the subject of an AMBER Alert, have been found in a possible murder-suicide, according to authorities. Savannah Samantha Kriger, 32, and Kaiden Kriger were discovered in a ditch near Tom Slick Park, with evidence suggesting gunshots were fired. Kriger, considered a suspect, was involved in a child custody dispute with the boy's father, and a firearm was recovered at the scene.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo! Voices
A woman was killed and a man injured in a shooting at an illegal party in southwest San Antonio, Texas. The event, held in a former Knights of Columbus hall, was advertised on social media and attended by a large crowd. Witnesses reported a disagreement leading to gunfire, with a 21-year-old woman dying at the scene and bystanders recording her final moments. Despite the presence of many partygoers, few have cooperated with authorities. The sheriff urged additional witnesses to come forward, as the investigation continues.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by FOX 7 Austin
A shooting spree in Austin, Texas, has left six people dead and two police officers injured. The suspect, identified as 34-year-old Shane James, has been charged with capital murder and is believed to be connected to homicides in the San Antonio area. The shootings occurred at multiple locations, including a high school parking lot, a residential area, and a burglary in progress. The suspect was apprehended after a pursuit and crash. The investigation is ongoing, and further charges are pending.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KSAT San Antonio
Shane James, the suspect charged with capital murder in a series of attacks that left six people dead in Bexar County and Austin, was previously bonded out of the Bexar County Jail by the Texas Organizing Project (TOP), a group advocating for bail reform. James had three pending cases for misdemeanor assault causing bodily injury-family in Bexar County. Warrants for his re-arrest were issued after he cut off his ankle monitor. TOP has faced criticism for bailing out defendants who cannot afford bond. The organization expressed sadness and will conduct a comprehensive review of its bail program.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KSAT San Antonio
A series of attacks in Austin and Bexar County, Texas, left six people dead and at least three others injured. The suspect, identified as Shane James, was arrested and charged with capital murder. The victims were found dead in pairs in different homes, and the motive and relationship between the suspect and victims are still unknown. The suspect also shot and injured an Austin ISD police officer before being apprehended. The investigation is ongoing.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KXAN.com
The suspect arrested in the Austin shooting spree that left multiple people dead and two law enforcement officers injured may also be connected to a possible double homicide in Bexar County. The Bexar County Sheriff's Office discovered two bodies in a residence after Austin law enforcement reached out for assistance. The victims are believed to be in their 50s, and the suspect is described as being around 30 years old. The cause of death is still unknown. The suspect also shot an Austin Independent School District officer and killed two people in south Austin before injuring another officer in a separate location.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KSAT San Antonio
A mosquito in an unincorporated area of east Bexar County, near San Antonio, has tested positive for West Nile virus, marking at least the seventh case in the area this summer. Bexar County Public Works will be implementing mosquito abatement efforts and treatments, including fogging and larvicide tablets. Within city limits, Metro Health has confirmed six infected mosquitoes since June. There have been two reported cases of West Nile virus in humans in Bexar County and 20 cases in Texas this year. Symptoms include fever, headache, body aches, joint pains, vomiting, diarrhea, or rash. Precautions such as draining standing water and using repellent are advised.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KSAT San Antonio
Nine businesses in northwest Bexar County, Texas, lost water service after a non-SAWS contractor accidentally cut into a 12-inch water main while attempting to add a new line of service. The businesses were without water service for a day until multiple San Antonio Water System (SAWS) crews stepped in to rebuild the connection, aiming to have the businesses reopen by Thursday morning.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KSAT San Antonio
One person was killed in a tragic accident in southwest Bexar County when an 18-wheeler crashed into a truck, causing it to catch fire on Loop 1604 near Pleasanton Road. The victim, who was trapped inside the engulfed truck, has not been identified.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KSAT San Antonio
Human remains were discovered inside a duffel bag on a property in southwest Bexar County, Texas. The gender of the victim is unknown, and investigators are unsure how long the body had been in the field. The property owners, who are currently out of town, are cooperating with the investigation. The sheriff's office is applying for a search warrant to further process the scene.