Man shot in neck, shoulder after altercation on East Side, San Antonio police say Police say the shooter fled from the scene on foot and has not been located
SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police said a 48-year-old man was shot in the neck and shoulder after an altercation on the East Side.
Officers responded to the shooting just after 10:30 p.m. Sunday in the 600 block of North New Braunfels Avenue, which is located near Dawson Street.
The victim entered the Little Caesars on Dawson Street to receive assistance, police stated. He was later taken to a local hospital for treatment.
SAPD said the shooter fled from the scene on foot and has not been located as of Monday morning.
The suspect is believed to be a man between 65 and 70 years old, police said.
At this time, it’s unclear what prompted the altercation.
Police officers followed a blood trail, which led them to Potomac Street and North New Braunfels Avenue.
This is a developing story. Check back later for updates.
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