SAPD arrests suspect in connection to west-side murder of 44-year-old man

An arrest affidavit alleges that Rafael Ricardo Jesus Almendarez, 20, worked with his brother to kill 44-year-old Antonio Sanchez on Aug. 11. SAN ANTONIO — Police have arrested one of potentially three suspects allegedly involved in the murder of a 44-year-old man on the west side in mid-August. Rafael Ricardo Jesus Almendarez, 20, has been … Read more

From stealing sharks to stealing tools: Man accused of theft in Atascosa County targeted SA Aquarium in 2018

Antone Sinclair Shannon has been accused of stealing a shark, antique tractor and boat just within the last seven years. ATASCOSA COUNTY, Texas — A man who has been accused of stealing a shark, antique tractor and boat within the last seven years alone has been arrested again, this time for allegedly stealing a welding … Read more

BCSO: 22 people detained at illegal gambling operation in south San Antonio

Eighteen of the suspects are alleged patrons; the others are employees expected to face more serious charges. SAN ANTONIO — An investigation led by the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office resulted in the takedown of an illegal gambling operation Tuesday afternoon at a business in a busy south-San Antonio strip center, according to authorities.  Sheriff Javier … Read more

BCSO: Man admits to shooting, critically injuring girlfriend during dispute on southeast side

Officials said said 67-year-old Eddy Lee Dacy admitted to firing the shot that struck his girlfriend, claiming it discharged during a struggle. SAN ANTONIO — A man was booked into the Bexar County Jail on charges related to the alleged shooting of his girlfriend on Monday morning, officials said. The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said … Read more

‘He needs help’ | San Antonio business owner randomly attacked by man, hoping police can catch suspect

Within seconds, Chad Smith said the suspect went from being friendly to violent. SAPD is now investigating the assault. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio police are investigating a random attack caught on camera at a northwest-side business Friday. The incident happened at Taosc Tribe, a crystal and metaphysical shop off Babcock Road near Lockhill Road. … Read more

Retired Marine seeks answers after $40K mobile barbershop was stolen from west-side storage facility

A retired Marine and community barber is demanding answers after his mobile barbershop was stolen earlier this month in San Antonio. SAN ANTONIO — A retired U.S. Marine and community barber is demanding answers after his mobile barbershop was stolen from a west-San Antonio storage facility earlier this month. Keith Harris, owner of Mobile Kings … Read more