CRIME

‘It’s frustrating’: Suspect killed by SAPD Wednesday had long and violent criminal history, several dismissed charges

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The county district attorney said the suspect had been committing crimes for more than 20 years. SAN ANTONIO — For the second time in less than a week, a San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) officer was shot by a wanted felon on Wednesday afternoon.  The chaos unfolded on 1-10 around South New Braunfels, and shut … Read more

Bexar Co. DA responds to police chief’s comments about emerging pattern of repeat violent offenders being re-released

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The county district attorney said the suspect had been committing crimes for more than 20 years. SAN ANTONIO — For the second time in less than a week, a San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) officer was shot by a wanted felon on Wednesday afternoon.  The chaos unfolded on 1-10 around South New Braunfels, and shut … Read more

‘Heard rounds skipping off the ground’: Police testify about pursuit of wanted felon accused of shooting two SAPD officers

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Jesse Garcia faces a slew of charges in connection with the August 24 chase and standoff, including five counts of aggravated assault against a public servant. SAN ANTONIO — Less than a week after being on the receiving end of gunfire from a wanted felon they were pursuing on the west side, two San Antonio … Read more