Two found dead near Leming, authorities arrest suspect after short manhunt

Atascosa County Sheriff David Soward confirmed that the suspect was the son of the victims. LEMING, Texas — Authorities say two people were found dead near Leming early Sunday morning, and they arrested the son of the victims after a manhunt. According to Atascosa County Sheriff David Soward, the bodies were discovered around 3 a.m. … Read more

Deputies lead manhunt for double-homicide suspect in Live Oak County, sheriff says

ATASCOSA COUNTY, Texas – Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office is leading a manhunt after two people were found dead on the county’s north side, according to Sheriff David Soward. The double homicide happened late Saturday night north of Lemming, Soward said. The manhunt is currently taking place in Live Oak County. Authorities believe the suspect may … Read more

One hospitalized after neighbors fire gunshots in backyards, San Antonio police says

SAN ANTONIO – One person was hospitalized in critical condition after two neighbors fired multiple gunshots in their backyards, according to San Antonio police. SAPD responded to the shooting at 6:30 p.m. Saturday in the 6500 block of Buena Vista. Upon arrival, officers found a 20-year-old woman with a gunshot wound to the leg, along … Read more

Lawsuit claims Bexar keeps inmates jailed longer than allowed – San Antonio Express-News

A former inmate has hit Bexar County with a class-action lawsuit claiming the sheriff’s office is wrongfully keeping people in jail longer than allowed. The plaintiff, Michael A. Miller, says he was kept in Bexar County jail for 72 hours after he posted bail. The suit knocks the sheriff’s office — which runs the jail … Read more