WILSON COUNTY, Texas – UPDATE (11:09 a.m., July 2, 2026): The Wilson County Sheriff’s Office, in association with the Texas Rangers, have determined that the woman died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
A subsequent autopsy report confirmed that she died by suicide.
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“Out of respect for the family of the deceased, we will not be releasing any further information,” the sheriff’s office said. “They will remain in our prayers as they navigate this tragic loss.”
If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or thoughts of suicide, call 988 or text TALK to 741-741.
You can also reach out to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) or the National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) at 210-223-7233 (SAFE) or 800-316-9241. You can also text NAMI to 741-741.
Below is the original story from June 24, 2026.
ORIGINAL: A woman was found shot to death along the bank of the San Antonio River at a Wilson County park, according to the sheriff’s office.
Just before 3 p.m. Tuesday, deputies responded to a report of a deceased person at Helton Nature Park in the 15600 block of FM 775.
The Wilson County Sheriff’s Office said when deputies arrived, they found the woman lying on the bank of the San Antonio River with a fatal gunshot wound.
There is no threat to the public, according to the sheriff’s office.
Authorities said the woman’s identity is being withheld pending further investigation.
The Wilson County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with the Texas Rangers to investigate the circumstances and the woman’s manner of death.
Additional information was not immediately available.
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