SAPD said the man had active felony warrants for violent crimes, and ran away and pulled a gun before an officer shot him.
SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Police Department says that an officer shot and critically injured a wanted man who pulled a gun while running from officers.
It happened Sunday afternoon at the WoodSpring Suites near I-35 and Eisenhauer Road on the northeast side. Chief William McManus gave preliminary information at the scene. He said that since Saturday night, SAPD had been tracking a suspect with active felony warrants for felon in possession of a firearm, family violence, evading arrest, unauthorized use of a vehicle, and two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
McManus said officers received a tip that he was at this location, so they waited for him to eventually come out. McManus said the suspect ran, officers chased him, the suspect pulled a gun, and officers shot him. He said police shot the man in the upper body, and he was taken to the hospital in critical condition. McManus added that the suspect is about 30 years old, but did not identify him. He did not have an update on the man’s condition.
The officer who shot him has been on the force for five years, and will be placed on administrative duty per SAPD policy. An investigation is underway.
[embedded content]
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!