Law Enforcement Risk Management
Summary
A routine domestic violence call in Bexar County escalated quickly when a suspect opened fire on deputies. It’s a stark reminder of the unpredictable and dangerous situations local officers face while on duty.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 62
- Last 30 days
- 6
Last discussed May 27, 2025.
Impact analysis
The denied request for motorcycles and a Tahoe would have been an out-of-cycle budget expenditure.
Taxpayers and the county by ensuring safety and fiscal accountability.
The Precinct 3 Constable's office, which will not receive the requested equipment at this time.
Mentions & discussions (21)
Federal Jury Finds Bexar County Liable for Unconstitutional Traffic Stop Scheme
Federal Jury Finds Bexar County Liable for Unconstitutional Traffic Stop Scheme Texas Scorecard
No officers disciplined as SAPD closes investigation into leak of Mayor Jones’ security details
The San Antonio Police Department has closed an internal affairs investigation into how details of Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones’ home security measures were leaked to the media, with no officers disciplined, a department spokeswoman confirmed this week.
SAPD identifies injured suspect, officers involved in West Side shooting
TrendingLocal NewsMichael Angel Roque, 29, is expected to be OK after he was shot at by 10 police officers, SAPD saysThe police department said Michael Angel Roque, 29, allegedly pointed shotgun covered by a du...
Man in critical condition after SAPD says at least 10 officers shot at him near bar west of downtown
Local NewsSAN ANTONIO – At least 10 police officers shot a man multiple times Friday night, San Antonio Police Chief Jesse Salame said, after the man pointed a shotgun at officers near a bar west of downtown.Th...
Exonerated Barrientes Vela files lawsuits over handling of 2019 criminal investigation
Former Bexar County constable Michelle Barrientes Vela, who was formally acquitted of criminal charges early last year, filed two lawsuits in federal court this month accusing law enforcement of using false and misleading evidence to investigate her for public corruption.
SAPD releases bodycam footage showing officer fatally shoot man armed with 2 knives
TrendingLocal NewsGregory Boaz, 56, was fatally shot by SAPD officer Rafael Perez on Aug. 16Editor's note: Some may find the video hard to watch. Viewer discretion is advised.SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Polic...
SAPD: Teen found with gunshot wound on West Side after officers responds to prowler call
Local NewsThe teenager was rushed to a local hospital with critical injuries, officers sayOfficers responded to a call for a prowler around 12:30 a.m. Tuesday. (Copyright 2026 by KSAT - All rights reserved.)SAN...
Alamo Colleges police officer faces family violence charges, records show
TrendingKSAT InvestigatesKimberly Ann Villarreal has been with Alamo College Police since May 2018SAN ANTONIO – An Alamo Colleges police officer is on administrative duty after she was arrested on multiple fami...
Southwest ISD police officer arrested on child endangerment charge, SAPD says
A now-former Southwest ISD police officer was taken into custody Sunday after allegedly leaving a child alone for several hours on the Southeast Side, according to the preliminary report.
SAPD releases bodycam footage of officers fatally shooting man on West Side
Local NewsPolice identified the man killed as Raul Garza, 69Editors note: Some may find the video hard to watch. Viewer discretion is advised.SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Police Department released body-worn c...
Woman found dead along Southwest Bexar County road may have been dumped
Woman found dead along Southwest Bexar County road may have been dumped WOAI
Bexar County deputy arrested, accused of tampering with government record, BCSO says
A former Bexar County sheriff’s deputy was arrested in connection with alleged conduct believed to have occurred in Laredo before she joined the agency, according to a news release.
BCSO begins ‘suspicious death’ investigation in southwest Bexar County
Local NewsThe area is prone to body dumping, Sheriff Javier Salazar saysBEXAR COUNTY, Texas – A woman was found dead Tuesday morning off an access road in southwest Bexar County. Sheriff Javier Salazar believes...
Off-duty Bexar County deputy arrested on family violence charge, BCSO says
Local NewsJohanna Villanueva resigned in lieu of termination following her arrest, according to the sheriff’s officeJohanna Marie Villanueva, 25, was arrested by Bexar County Sheriff’s Office investigators on A...
Man suspected of setting vacant East Side apartment on fire, police say
BREAKING NEWSLocal NewsSAFD: No injuries reported, fire under control quicklyFirefighters respond to an East Side apartment fire on the evening of Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026. Police are searching for the man who set...
Affidavit: Balcones Heights Mayor Johnny Rodriguez accused of assaulting former councilman
Balcones Heights Mayor Johnny Rodriguez was arrested Wednesday after allegedly assaulting a former councilman during a City Council meeting, according to a warrant for Rodriguez’s arrest.
18-year-old remains on the run after crashing vehicle on far West Side during pursuit, DPS says
Local NewsSuspect identified as Andrew Rene OjedaSAN ANTONIO – A man fled on foot after crashing on the far West Side during a pursuit, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. DPS troopers assisted ...
‘I just want to go home’: 13-year-old boy pleads for release in San Antonio capital murder case
WEATHER ALERTLocal NewsJuvenile, who was 12 at the time of a fatal 2025 shooting, pleaded with a judge Tuesday to let him go homeSAN ANTONIO – A 13-year-old boy charged with capital murder will remain in juveni...
SAPD releases security camera video of 3 suspects in deadly Northwest Side apartment shooting
San Antonio police have released video of three suspects in last Tuesday's murder at a Northwest Side apartment complex. A police report also offers new details, including that the victims were ambushed.
Woman declines to move forward with family violence case against ex-San Antonio Park Police officer
WEATHER ALERTLocal NewsRolando Lopez Jr., an eight-year veteran with San Antonio Park Police, was originally arrested April 28 by Bexar County sheriff’s deputiesBEXAR COUNTY, Texas – A now-former San Antonio Pa...
Commissioners Court - May 27, 2025
The Judge is demanding clear policies and training before approving new equipment like motorcycles for constables.
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