Police say there was a party at the house and at some point, an argument escalated leading to the gunfire.
SAN ANTONIO — A shootout between two neighboring families leaves two dead and three more injured, including a child, according to police.
San Antonio Police responded to the 300 block of Roslyn Avenue around 9:40 p.m. Saturday for reports of a shooting in progress.
When officers arrived, they found five people had been shot. Two of the victims were pronounced dead at the scene. Three more victims were taken to a hospital in unknown condition.
Officers say that there was a party at the home, and at some point, an argument began and guns were drawn.
A neighbor who was attending the party left the home and went back to her house to get her family, and the argument escalated even more. Guns were displayed by both fsamilies, then shots were fired. Police say that several people were caught in the crossfire.
SAPD has one person in custody who may have been involved with the shooting.
All information is preliminary and is subject to change. No other injuries were reported.
The crime scene remains under investigation.
This is a developing story.
MORE LOCAL NEWS
Learn more about KENS 5:
Since going on the air in 1950, KENS 5 has strived to be the best, most trusted news and entertainment source for generations of San Antonians.
KENS 5 has brought numerous firsts to South Texas television, including being the first local station with a helicopter, the first with its own Doppler radar and the first to air a local morning news program.
Over the years, KENS 5 has worked to transform local news. Our cameras have been the lens bringing history into local viewers’ homes. We’re proud of our legacy as we serve San Antonians today.
Today, KENS 5 continues to set the standard in local broadcasting and is recognized by its peers for excellence and innovation. The KENS 5 News team focuses on stories that really matter to our community.
You can find KENS 5 in more places than ever before, including KENS5.com, the KENS 5 app, the KENS 5 YouTube channel, KENS 5’s Roku and Fire TV apps, and across social media on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and more!
Want to get in touch with someone at KENS 5? You can send a message using our Contacts page or email one of our team members.
Original News Source
Running For Office? Conservative Campaign Management – Election Day Strategies!