Shooting at San Antonio soccer game sends one person to the hospital, SAPD says

SAN ANTONIO — One person is sent to the hospital in critical condition after a shooting took place during a soccer game on the southeast side Friday night. 

The incident occurred on the 3600 block of Roland Avenue around 10 p.m. Friday.

Police say an altercation took place between spectators at a soccer game that turned physical. According to officials, it was during this time when someone took out a gun and started shooting. 

One man was shot in the chest and transported to a local hospital in critical condition.

Chopper 5 was over the scene at Comanche Park on Roland Avenue Friday night as multiple police units appeared to gather at a soccer field. The parking lot was crowded with civilian cars, and several police vehicles were on the grass.

Police say the shooter fled on foot and they are still searching for the suspect.

No other injuries were reported and the investigation is ongoing.

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