SAFD: 2 detained, arson investigation underway after suspicious house fire east of downtown

Witnesses told investigators they saw one of the occupants throwing incendiary pieces onto couches shortly before the fire spread. SAN ANTONIO — A home just east of downtown appeared to be a total loss Sunday afternoon after flames broke out under suspicious circumstances, according to the San Antonio Fire Department. SAFD said crews were called … Read more

‘This is not a threat. This is a promise’: Man accused of making mass violence threats on SAPD anonymous tip line

SAPD considered the suspect’s statements “threatening in nature,” saying they caused fear of serious bodily injury or even death towards citizens. SAN ANTONIO — A man was arrested after he submitted multiple disturbing rants through SAPD’s anonymous tip line, court records state. Christopher Stowe, 31, allegedly used the tip line to make terroristic threats meant … Read more