Man Shot During Alleged Vehicle Break-In on San Antonio’s West Side
SAN ANTONIO – A man was shot early this morning on the far West Side of San Antonio during an alleged vehicle break-in, according to the San Antonio police Department. The shooting occurred around 2:30 a.m. in the 4300 block of Old Pearsall Road.
Police responded to reports of shots fired and found a man with a gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital in critical condition. Investigators believe the man was attempting to break into a vehicle when he was confronted by the vehicle’s owner, resulting in the shooting. The incident is under examination, and the shooter has not yet been identified or charged, pending further investigation and interviews.
The shooting highlights ongoing concerns about property crime and the potential for escalation to violence in the area.This incident marks at least the seventh shooting in San Antonio this week, underscoring a recent increase in violent crime citywide. Detectives are currently canvassing the neighborhood for witnesses and security footage to piece together the events leading up to the shooting and determine if the shooting was justified. Anyone with details is urged to contact the San Antonio Police Department.
