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Suspect shot by police during disturbance at West Side motel has died, BCSO confirms

Jose Luis Iruegas, 45, was removed from life support on Sunday

Man arrested after holding teens at gunpoint, kidnapping 15-year-old girl, BCSO says

A 35-year-old man was arrested and charged in a kidnapping case after deputies rescued a 15-year-old girl he had taken at gunpoint, according to Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar.

KSAT Sports Director Greg Simmons arrested for suspected DWI

Longtime KSAT Sports Director/Anchor Greg Simmons was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated early Friday morning.

BCSO seeks suspect in Atascosa hit-and-run

The Bexar County Sherriffโ€™s Office is asking for the publicโ€™s help in locating a suspect involved in a hit-and-run last month.

Inmate, 53, dies in Bexar County Jail after apparent medical episode, BCSO says

A 53-year-old inmate died in the Bexar County Jail after having an apparent medical episode, according to the sheriffโ€™s office.

2nd person killed in West Bexar County shooting identified

The Bexar County Medical Examinerโ€™s Office has identified the second person who was killed in a shooting in West Bexar County last week.

Drug-filled diapers found in traffic stop on South Side, BCSO says; 4 people arrested

Deputies with the Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office arrested four people in a drug bust including a woman who had heroin-filled diapers under her shirt.

Man fleeing from deputy after vehicle crash found with use of DPS helicopter

Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office deputies had to get assistance from a DPS helicopter to find a driver who decided to run following a vehicle crash overnight.

BCSO search warrants scrutinized in second day of pretrial hearing in Andre McDonald case

More arguments were heard on the second day of a pretrial hearing in the case of Air Force Major Andre McDonald.

Woman arrested, โ€˜armed and dangerousโ€™ person of interest sought in double murder, sheriff says

A woman was arrested in connection with a double murder in far West Bexar County and a person of interest who is considered โ€œarmed and dangerousโ€ has been named, according to Sheriff Javier Salazar.

Suspect arrested after man assaulted, kidnapped during attempted robbery in Southeast Bexar County

A man told Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office deputies that he was kidnapped and assaulted by two suspects during an attempted robbery in Southeast Bexar County.

2 men shot, killed during altercation outside far West Bexar County apartment complex, BCSO says

Two men are dead and a woman is in custody following a shooting outside a far West Bexar County apartment complex early Thursday morning, according to the Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office.

Video shows man accused of stealing $55K worth of equipment from construction site in East Bexar County

The Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office is asking for the publicโ€™s help in searching for a man who they say stole $55,000 worth of equipment from a construction site.

Man killed in rollover crash on Interstate 10 in Northwest Bexar County

A man was killed Sunday night after he rolled his vehicle over on Interstate 10 in Northwest Bexar County, according to the Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office.

Inmate dies by suicide at Bexar County Jail, BCSO confirms

UPDATE: The Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office has identified Christopher Pangelinan as the man who died in his cell last week.

Converse man arrested after stealing Ruffles truck at Walmart

A man was arrested after stealing a Ruffles truck from a Walmart store in Converse, Bexar County Sheriff's Office said.

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Man killed after crashing vehicle into utility pole and tow-truck after fleeing deputy, BCSO says

A man that fled a deputy during a traffic stop was killed after he crashed his vehicle into a utility pole and sideswiped a tow truck early Thursday morning, according to the Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office.

Man arrested after stealing Ruffles box truck from Walmart store in Converse, BCSO says

A man was arrested after he stole a box truck full of Ruffles chips from a Walmart store and led authorities on a lengthy chase across town, according to the Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office.

Man, woman killed in West Bexar County identified by medical examinerโ€™s office

The Bexar County Medical Examinerโ€™s Office has identified a man and a woman who were killed in West Bexar County on Friday.

Have you seen them? BCSO searches for grandmother, 4 missing children

The Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office is searching for four missing children and their grandmother, who were last seen on the countyโ€™s far southeast side.

Deputies searching for suspect who shot, killed two people in West Bexar County

Two people were fatally shot in West Bexar County overnight and the Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office is working to track down the suspect responsible.

Suspects strike BCSO patrol car during pursuit, deputies say $34,000 in drugs and guns found in car

The Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office arrested two fugitives after they hit a patrol unit during a pursuit and were found with drugs and cash.

BCSO cadet arrested after choking girlfriend โ€˜until she was unable to breathe,โ€™ sheriffโ€™s office says

Ricardo Gutierrez, 20, is charged with assault-family-choking/strangulation, a third-degree felony.

Second driver arrested in street racing crash that seriously injured 3 people

Deputies have arrested the second driver believed to be street racing before causing a major crash on Highway 90 on the Southwest Side Wednesday night, according to Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar.

Man found injured on Southwest Bexar County road likely hit, dragged by vehicle, BCSO says

A man was taken to the hospital overnight after he was allegedly hit and dragged by a vehicle in Southwest Bexar County,

One driver arrested, second driver wanted in street racing crash that seriously injured 3 people

Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s deputies have arrested one driver and are searching for a second believed to be street racing before causing a major crash on Highway 90 on the Southwest Side Wednesday night.

Multiple people injured in multiple-vehicle crash on Highway 90

Multiple people were hospitalized after a major multiple-vehicle crash on EB Highway 90 at WT Montgomery on Wednesday night in west Bexar County, according to the sheriffโ€™s office.

Man shot outside far West Bexar County home; suspect on the run, BCSO says

The Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office is investigating after a man was shot outside a far West Bexar County home early Wednesday morning.

After a spike in 2021, use of force incidents at the Bexar County Jail are down this year

The number of incidents of Bexar County detention officers using force on inmates has dropped this year, after a noticeable spike in 2021, records analyzed by KSAT Investigates show.

AT&T Center placed on lockdown, game delayed after security threat

A security scare at the AT&T Center led to a lockdown and a delay in game Monday night, according to officials.

Have you seen him? BCSO continues search for missing 24-year-old man

The Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office is asking for the publicโ€™s help as they continue their search to find a 24-year-old.

Deputies searching for 24-year-old man last seen in Northeast Bexar County

A search is underway for a missing 24-year-old man with a medical condition in Northeast Bexar County, according to the sheriffโ€™s office.

Human skull found in wooded area of SW Bexar County

A human skull was discovered late Thursday afternoon in a wooded area of southwest Bexar County, Sheriff Javier Salazar said.

BCSO more than doubles SAPD in law enforcement officer arrests in 2022

Fifteen deputies, ranging from newly hired temporary jailers to longtime veterans of the agency, ended up on the wrong aside of the law this year, compared to just seven arrested officers from SAPD.

Yet another Bexar County jail inmate dies in custody while held on low bond, criminal trespass charge

An inmate held at the Bexar County Jail for nearly half a year on a low level misdemeanor criminal trespassing charge died this month after suffering an apparent medical episode, BCSO officials conceded Friday.

Jury finds man who killed BCSO K-9 Chucky guilty on all charges

After six days of trial, a jury on Thursday found the man accused of killing a Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office K-9 guilty.

Man, 18, arrested after sexually assaulting 15-year-old girl he met on Instagram, BCSO says

An 18-year-old man was arrested Wednesday for sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl he met on Instagram, Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar said.

15-day suspension for BCSO deputy who failed to lock jail door, leading to inmate beating

A Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s detention officer was suspended 15 days earlier this year after an investigation determined he failed to lock a jail unit door, leading a group of inmates to assault one another.

Couple arrested in connection with child sex abuse

The Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office have arrested a couple in connection with a child sex abuse case.

Somber testimony heard from K-9 Chuckyโ€™s handler in fifth day of trial

K-9 Chuckyโ€™s life and final moments were remembered by his handler as Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office Deputy Kevin Rasmussen testified on Tuesday.

BCSO deputies recall moments K-9 Chucky was killed during trial

Multiple Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office deputies took the stand on Monday to testify about K-9 Chuckyโ€™s final moments.

Off-duty BCSO lieutenant found dead at West Bexar County home, officials say

An off-duty lieutenant with the Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office was found dead at his home Sunday morning, according to officials.

Preteen shot in botched illegal substance deal in west Bexar County, sheriff says

A 12-year-old boy was shot during a botched deal of an illegal substance in west Bexar County, according to Sheriff Javier Salazar.

Several teens arrested in connection with drive-by shootings in NE Side neighborhood, BCSO says

Multiple drive-by shootings targeting the same home on the Northeast Side led to several juveniles arrested this week, according to the Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office.

Man accused of shooting, killing BCSO K-9 Chucky goes to trial

Prosecutors say one of the shots Mireles fired hit the 5-year-old Belgian Malinois. However, Mireles's indictment does not specifically claim he killed Chucky, but rather that he shot at the dog, which would likely kill or injure it.

Bad blood between Grey Forest mayor, police administration preceded departmentโ€™s implosion

The temporary loss of what some residents call the cityโ€™s โ€œ24/7 police coverageโ€ has pitted neighbor against neighbor with one faction blaming Waldrop and the other blaming a law enforcement agency that detractors say lacked initiative and clear operating standards.

Trial starts Tuesday for man accused of chase, shooting death of BCSO K-9 Chucky

Matthew Mireles, 42, is charged with multiple counts of aggravated assault against a public servant, interfering with a police service animal, felony in possession of a firearm and evading arrest with a vehicle.

Man killed after being struck by at least 2 vehicles on IH-35, BCSO says

A man was struck by at least two vehicles while on IH-35 and died at the scene, according to the Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office.

One injured after shots fired at house party, BCSO says

A house party in Converse turned into a dangerous situation after shots were fired, leaving one woman injured in critical condition, said Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office.

BCSO deputies losing $680,000 in leave time a year, records show

Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s deputies have lost out on more than $680,000 in accrued leave each of the past two years, internal records obtained by KSAT Investigates show.

Second Bexar County jail study focuses on morale improvements to fight staffing shortage

Though jail staffing was just one aspect of the review by American Correctional Consultants, it remains one of the primary focuses for commissioners, who approve millions of dollars for forced overtime at the jail every year.

BCSO release sketch of Halloween sexual assault suspect

The Bexar County Sheriff's Office released a new sketch of a sexual assault suspect who reportedly committed the act on Halloween.

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Two Bexar County Sheriff's Office personnel have been arrested on domestic violence charges

A deputy is accused of beating a woman inside a home and threatening her with a handgun, while a corporal is accused of choking a woman.

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Bexar County deputies arrest wanted California murder suspect

The suspect had an active homicide warrant.

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Deputies find San Antonio children in 'horrendous' apartment

Sheriff's deputies thought they would find a dead body

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BCSO investigating San Antonio 'heinous murder attempt'

He was left tied up and alone to die, deputies said.

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Off-duty Bexar County sheriff's deputy arrested for DWI, officials say

Rolando A. Garza, 27, was arrested early Sunday by San Antonio police

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Man, 28, shoots woman in the face for not handing over her cellphone to him, BCSO says

A 28-year-old man shot and killed a woman who refused to hand over her cellphone to him, Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar said during a news conference Friday. RELATED: BCSO: Unknown man shoots, kills woman sitting in her car taking off her roller skatesAccording to the sheriff, Calvillo shot Barrera in the face โ€œin cold blood at point-blank rangeโ€ after she refused to give him her phone and threw it under the driver's seat. Calvillo then fled the scene in a car Jones was driving, Salazar said. Jones told investigators she heard Calvillo ask for the phone and then heard Barerra answer "no" before hearing one gunshot, the affidavit said. When Calvillo returned to the car, he allegedly told Jones "I shot that lady in the head" before they drove off, according to the affidavit.

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'Worst managed jail in Texas': BCSO deputy association says there is low morale among jail staff

The Deputy Sheriff''s Association of Bexar County on Wednesday compared the county jail to a sweatshop and called working conditions inhumane and an embarrassment. Payne said more than 500 deputies have left their jobs because of working conditions at the jail. "It is the worst managed jail in Texas," said Ron DeLord, the association's chief collective bargaining negotiator. Salazar said there is not much he can do about the excessive overtime because of jail standards set by the state. In response to the association calling the jail a sweatshop, Salazar said, "show me a sweatshop where some employees are making $160,000," in overtime hours at the taxpayer's expense.

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BCSO: Man has barricaded himself in North Side home

A San Antonio man has barricaded himself inside a North Side home, according to the Bexar County Sheriffโ€™s Office. Deputies were called to the 25000 block of Whistling Acres on Monday afternoon after a neighbor found a 45-year-old man dead. A suspect, possibly the dead manโ€™s son, has barricaded himself in a back room in the house, police said. Deputies are trying to make contact with the individual, who may have a weapon. This story will be updated.

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BCSO deputy fired for outstanding 2018 warrant

BCSO deputy fired for outstanding 2018 warrantBexar County Sheriff's Deputy Andre Winston, 25, was fired after being arrested on a 2018 warrant. Bexar County Sheriff's Deputy Andre Winston, 25, was fired after being arrested on a 2018 warrant. Photo: Bexar County Sheriff's Office Photo: Bexar County Sheriff's Office Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close BCSO deputy fired for outstanding 2018 warrant 1 / 1 Back to GalleryA Bexar County Sheriff's deputy was fired Thursday after he was arrested for a 2018 warrant, the department said in a news release Thursday. The alleged incident is considered a misdemeanor and occurred Sept. 25, 2018, BCSO said. The arrest comes just days after another BCSO deputy was fired for posting "an offensive Facebook comment that incited violence," the department said.

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Records shed light on criminal history of suspect in BCSO in-custody death case

BCSO officials identified the suspect Wednesday as 26-year-old Sean Thomas Kelly. Kelly, who was described as wearing only boxer shorts and boots, then used a handgun to shoot himself, officials said. Kelly pleaded no contest to the charge in February 2016, but was re-arrested in the case at least three times because of probation violations, court records show. Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar, however, said during a press conference Tuesday that Kelly appeared to be in a desperate situation just before his death. Sheriffs officials have not said what footage was recorded or whether they planned to make it public.

WATCH: Bexar County Sheriffs Office hosts virtual memorial for fallen deputies

SAN ANTONIO The Bexar County Sheriffs Office will pay tribute to fallen deputies with a ceremony on Thursday morning. For the first time, BCSO will hold the Fallen Deputy Memorial virtually at 9 a.m. at the Bexar County Courthouse. The memorial will be closed to the public, but BCSO is encouraging people to view a livestream of the ceremony. You can view the ceremony above, but delays are possible. If there is not a livestream available, check back at a later time.

Woman fatally stabbed by ex-boyfriend was sworn corrections officer

SAN ANTONIO A 27-year-old woman who was fatally stabbed Sunday by her ex-boyfriend had recently become a sworn corrections officer. Her ex-boyfriend, Michael Gonzales, was arrested shortly after and charged with murder. Salazar said Milowski and Gonzales have had custody disputes before, but none of the previous disputes were violent. BCSO: Woman who jumped out of moving vehicle dies of multiple stab woundsDeputies set up a perimeter and eventually found Gonzales, 27, hiding at a house in the 9600 block of Acadian Drive. (KSAT)BCSO released a photo of Gonzales on Monday and said that he was taken into custody shortly after the incident.

Woman who jumped from vehicle with stab wounds IDd by Bexar County Medical Examiner

SAN ANTONIO A 27-year-old woman who was stabbed before she jumped out of a moving vehicle Sunday afternoon has been identified by the Bexar County Medical Examiners Office. Miranda Milowski, who was suffering from multiple stab wounds, died at the scene in the 3800 block of Krie Trail. Witnesses said they saw Milowski jump out of a vehicle. BCSO: Woman who jumped out of moving vehicle dies of multiple stab woundsDeputies set up a perimeter and eventually found alleged suspect Michael Gonzales, 27, hiding at a house in the 9600 block of Acadian Drive. (KSAT)BCSO released a photo of Gonzales on Monday and said that he was taken into custody shortly after the incident.

Suspect in BCSO in-custody death ran less than a block before fatally shooting himself

SAN ANTONIO A partially-clothed man running from Bexar County Sheriffs deputies Sunday night made it less than a block before using a handgun to shoot and kill himself, eyewitnesses told KSAT 12 Monday. Man sought by Bexar County deputies fatally shoots himselfBexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar said Sunday the man was pulled over around 7 p.m. after deputies ran the license plate of the car he was driving and saw that it came back as stolen. At some point, the man left a back yard and got back onto property along FM 78 behind the neighborhood. I honestly dont believe he ran through our backyard. A BCSO spokesman said Monday the agency was still trying to determine if deputies were wearing body-worn cameras and may have captured the incident on video.

Man arrested on murder charge after woman fatally stabbed in Bexar County

SAN ANTONIO Bexar County sheriffs deputies identified the man arrested Sunday in connection with the fatal stabbing of a woman. Michael Gonzales, 27, was taken into custody shortly after witnesses saw a woman jump out of a moving vehicle in the 3800 block of Krie Trail on Sunday afternoon. BCSO: Woman who jumped out of moving vehicle dies of multiple stab woundsThe woman was suffering multiple stab wounds and died at the scene, officials said. Deputies set up a perimeter and eventually found Gonzales hiding at a house in the 9600 block of Acadian Drive. Gonzales is charged with first degree murder, according to the sheriffs office.

BCSO asks state for $468K reimbursement after housing inmates meant for state prisons

The inmates remain in custody in Bexar County more than a month after Texas Department of Criminal Justice officials issued a temporary suspension of prisoner transfers because of COVID-19 spread concerns. They have also asked for reimbursements of more than $356,000 related to caring for TDCJ-refused inmates. More than $3 million of that pot has been set aside for the Alamo Area Council of Governments, which covers Bexar County. As of Wednesday, 274 inmates at the jail were waiting to be transferred to state facilities, including prisons and treatment centers. The price for the county to continue housing these inmates has passed $622,000 and keeps climbing as the temporary ban remains in place, according to figures released Wednesday by BCSO officials.

He qualified for a PR bond, but Gov. Abbotts order kept him in jail. Now he has COVID-19.

SAN ANTONIO A Bexar County Jail inmate who qualified for release without paying bond last month has contracted COVID-19 while still in custody, multiple people familiar with his case confirmed Thursday. Jack Henson, 49, remains in jail despite being approved for a personal recognizance bond because of an order from Gov. Greg Abbott that bars these types of bonds for inmates accused, or previously convicted, of violent offenses, jail officials said. As of Wednesday, more than 400 inmates at the jail had tested positive for the deadly virus. As SA man remains in jail on nonviolent charge, attorney pleads for his release because of health condition

Bexar Deputy on Leave for Authorized Traffic Stops Previously Disciplined for Meddling in Domestic Violence Case

ShutterstockA Bexar County Sheriffs employee put on leave last month over accusations he made unauthorized traffic stops was previously suspended for interfering in a domestic violence case, KSAT 12 reports The newly unearthed allegations against Christopher Jackson, an 18-year BCSO veteran, are contained in his county personnel records, according to the TV station.Jackson was placed on administrative leave on April 29 after a Northside Independent School District officer saw him make unauthorized traffic stops in an unmarked SUV outfitted to resemble an official patrol vehicle, according to an earlier KSAT story The station now reports that Jackson was also disciplined in 2012 over accusations that he threatened a woman and a fellow deputy when he showed up at the scene of a domestic violence incident and refused to leave.According to KSAT, Jackson threatened assault the deputy and to haul the woman in to jail, even though he was off duty.The BCSO veteran was suspended 30 days over the incident, but the penalty was later reduced to five days after he took part in a hearing, according to the story.

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Deputy accused of unauthorized traffic stops previously suspended for interfering with family violence case

SAN ANTONIO A longtime Bexar County Sheriffs court employee placed on leave last month after accusations of unauthorized traffic stops was previously suspended for threatening a woman and a fellow deputy during a family violence incident, county personnel records obtained by the KSAT 12 Defenders show. The unmarked SUV has a partition cage, a light bar and is registered to a BCSO court security employee. BCSO court employee detained, released after unauthorized traffic stops in decked out SUVBCSO officials have declined to identify Jackson, since he has not yet been formally disciplined. He remains on administrative leave while the agencys internal affairs and public integrity units investigate the unauthorized traffic stops. Records show Jackson threatened to arrest the woman, even though he was off duty, and threatened to physically assault the fellow deputy.

Man assaulted relative and threatened her children while looking for pills at Converse home, affidavit says

SAN ANTONIO A man is accused of threatening a relative and her children before assaulting her at her home, according to an affidavit. Joshua Koerner, 21, was arrested Monday and charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon following the incident at a house in Converse on Sunday, booking records show. Bexar County Sheriffs deputies said Koerner was at the womans house looking for some pills when he made a threat toward her and her children. When he went outside to leave, the woman kicked him in the buttocks, the affidavit states. Koerner was booked on a $25,000 bond, booking records show.

Suspect promotes SoundCloud account after Bexar County deputies arrest him for Northeast Side shooting

Bexar County sheriffs deputies arrested a 23-year-old man accused of shooting two people at a Northeast Side car wash earlier this month. Taron Bowie, 23, was arrested Monday on two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. BCSO: 2 men shot in Northeast Bexar CountyAccording to deputies, the victims met Bowie at the Hi-Tech carwash on Lakeview Drive to sell him an XBOX on May 13. Deputies also released a picture of a weapon seized from Bowie during the arrest. Salazar listed at least five crimes in the area that involved deadly conduct or aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.

Police, BCSO searching for suspect after vehicle chase and crash in SE Bexar County

BEXAR COUNTY, Texas Sandy Oaks police and the Bexar County Sheriffs Office are searching for a suspect after a vehicle chase and crash on Monday morning. The incident occurred around 10:30 a.m. on Redtop Hill in Southeast Bexar County. Police said a vehicle chase went on for roughly 15 minutes before finally ending at Redtop Hill and Skila Dive, not far from Interstate 37 and Mathis Road. Sandy Oaks police and the Bexar County Sheriffs Office are searching for a suspect after a vehicle chase and crash on Monday morning. The Bexar County Sheriffs Office and the Texas Department of Public Safety assisted in the chase.

BCSO deputy found dead had tested positive for the coronavirus

BCSO deputy found dead had tested positive for the coronavirusTimothy De La Fuente, a 27-year-veteran of the Sheriffs Office, died Thursday. Photo: Bexar County Sheriff's Office Photo: Bexar County Sheriff's Office Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close BCSO deputy found dead had tested positive for the coronavirus 1 / 1 Back to GalleryA detention deputy with the Bexar County Sheriffs Office who was found dead Thursday had recently tested positive for the coronavirus, according to Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff. Timothy De La Fuente, a 27-year-veteran of the Sheriffs Office, was tested Tuesday for the highly contagious virus. As of Thursday, 129 inmates and 40 deputies have tested positive. On ExpressNews.com: Bexar County Sheriffs detention deputy dies from COVID-19 complicationsOn Wednesday, De La Fuente called in sick.

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BCSO: Burglary suspects led deputies on chase through Southeast Side

BCSO: Burglary suspects led deputies on chase through Southeast SideThree men have been arrested after leading Bexar County Sheriff's deputies on a car chase through the far Southeast Side. Three men have been arrested after leading Bexar County Sheriff's deputies on a car chase through the far Southeast Side. Photo: Ken Branca Photo: Ken Branca Image 1 of / 6 Caption Close BCSO: Burglary suspects led deputies on chase through Southeast Side 1 / 6 Back to GalleryThree men have been arrested after leading Bexar County Sheriff's deputies on a car chase through the far Southwest Side. The chase started near Loop 1604 and Wiseman Road at around 2 a.m., after deputies came across the men who were believed to be burglary suspects, officials said. FIND OUT FIRST: Get San Antonio breaking news directly to your inboxThe suspects tried to escape deputies for nearly 20 minutes before the chase ended near Dragon Lane.

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BCSO: Victims of domestic violence can text 911 for help during coronavirus stay-at-home order

BCSO: Victims of domestic violence can text 911 for help during coronavirus stay-at-home orderFor those who may not be safe in their homes during the coronavirus crisis, local law enforcement reminds residents that there are resources. For those who may not be safe in their homes during the coronavirus crisis, local law enforcement reminds residents that there are resources. Photo: Releon8211/Getty Images/iStockphoto Photo: Releon8211/Getty Images/iStockphoto Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close BCSO: Victims of domestic violence can text 911 for help during coronavirus stay-at-home order 1 / 1 Back to GalleryThough Bexar County residents are asked to stay home to to help slow the spread of COVID-19, home may not be the safest place if domestic violence is present in the household. The Bexar County Sheriff's Office said it expects to see an increase in domestic violence incidents while people spend a lot of time indoors. If a victim is unable to call 911 to report an assault or threats, BCSO said they can text instead.

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BCSO searching for shooter after teenager found with gunshot wound on North Side

BCSO searching for shooter after teenager found with gunshot wound on North SideBexar County deputies are searching for who may have shot a teenager on the North Side Tuesday morning. Bexar County deputies are searching for who may have shot a teenager on the North Side Tuesday morning. Photo: Ken Branca Photo: Ken Branca Image 1 of / 14 Caption Close BCSO searching for shooter after teenager found with gunshot wound on North Side 1 / 14 Back to GalleryBexar County deputies are searching for someone who may have shot a teenager on the North Side Tuesday morning. Deputies responded to the 28800 block of Chaffin Light around 1:30 a.m. after a teenager was found with a gunshot wound to the upper torso, officials said. It is believed that the teenager was shot somewhere else, but they don't know where.

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BCSO identifies inmate who died after suicide attempt

BCSO identifies inmate who died after suicide attemptThe Bexar County Sheriff's Office has identified the inmate who died after a suicide attempt Tuesday as 20-year-old Joel Sambrano. The Bexar County Sheriff's Office has identified the inmate who died after a suicide attempt Tuesday as 20-year-old Joel Sambrano. Photo: Bexar County Sheriff's Office Photo: Bexar County Sheriff's Office Image 1 of / 3 Caption Close BCSO identifies inmate who died after suicide attempt 1 / 3 Back to GalleryThe Bexar County Sheriff's Office has identified the inmate who died after a suicide attempt Tuesday as 20-year-old Joel Sambrano. Sambrano was found by detention deputies at around 6 a.m. attempting to commit suicide in his cell by hanging himself, the Sheriff's office said. The inmate had been charged with capital murder, possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance and assault.

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BCSO deputy injured in crash in northwest side neighborhood

SAN ANTONIO - A Bexar County sheriff's deputy was injured Wednesday morning in a crash in a northwest side neighborhood. A BCSO spokesperson told KSAT the deputy was dispatched to investigate a call for a suspicious vehicle. When he arrived in the 8200 block of Tavern Point, the deputy said the driver in the suspicious vehicle sped toward him and crashed into his patrol vehicle head-on. A BCSO spokesperson said the suspects are runaways. One had an active warrant for possession of marijuana and the vehicle they were in had been reported as stolen.

BCSO announces new hire of administrator to help run troubled jail

SAN ANTONIO - Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar formally announced the hiring of another jail chief Thursday morning. Jaime Rios, the former administrator of the Maverick County Jail, was named to the administrative position. Most recently, Chief Jaime Rios successfully served as the Jail Administrator for the Maverick County Sheriffs Office for over 4 years. Salazar said he already had a jail administrator in Walker and still had faith in him, during a press conference hours later. READ MORE: 'This is the worst it's ever been': Frustration grows among Bexar County Jail deputiesCopyright 2019 by KSAT - All rights reserved.

BCSO: Man, 73, killed wife of 50 years, found covered in blood

SAN ANTONIO - A man is accused of strangling his wife of 50 years Saturday morning after a Bexar County sheriff's deputy allegedly found him covered in blood. Officials arrested Aaron Toney, 73, on a charge of murder after the incident in a home in the 8000 block of Block Mallow after 1 a.m.Toney told deputies he "choked her out" after a disagreement, Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar said. Deputies arrived to the home to find the woman unconscious and Toney covered in blood from several cuts, which Salazar believes were self-inflicted. "I still can't believe it," a neighbor, who wished to stay anonymous, said, adding the pair were "just normal people." Salazar said this is the sixth family violence-related homicide in unincorporated Bexar County this year.

Week in 2:10: Constable Barrientes Vela's replacement announced; H-E-B bans e-cigarette sales

SAN ANTONIO - It's been another busy week in San Antonio, and we're taking a look back on some of the biggest local stories we've covered since Sunday. See what stories made the headlines in The Week in 2:10. WEEKLY HEADLINES:County commissioners select BCSO veteran to replace Pct. 2 Constable Barrientes VelaSan Antonio City Council passes changes to earned paid sick leave ordinanceAndre McDonald indicted on charges of murdering wife, tampering with evidenceH-E-B bans e-cigarette sales at all storesCopyright 2019 by KSAT - All rights reserved.

Man charged with evading arrest, DWI after crashing into other vehicle on SW Side

SAN ANTONIO - A man was charged after Bexar County deputies said he fled a traffic stop and crashed into another vehicle Saturday night. A deputy attempted to pull him over, but he sped away and crashed into another vehicle on Bynum Avenue, BCSO officials said. The driver and a passenger of the vehicle that was struck were taken to a hospital for treatment, but are expected to recover. Zubia-Vega was taken into custody. Zubia-Vega faces several charges that include driving while intoxicated, evading arrest and two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.

Another error causes jail to send wrong Amanda Garcia to mental health facility

Inmate Amanda Garcia was released to the county's Mentally Ill Offenders Facility (MIOF) on August 30 after an error by releasing officers and booking supervisors, according to a BCSO spokeswoman. After the mistake was discovered August 31, Garcia was brought back to the jail. READ MORE: Another improper inmate release prompts another internal affairs investigationHours later, a second inmate named Amanda Garcia was correctly released to MIOF custody. BCSO officials also confirmed that the Texas Commission on Jail Standards has been notified of the incident. The gaffe is the latest mistake in a string of accidental releases at the jail this year.

Sheriff investigating erroneous inmate releases as potential sabotage by frustrated jail staff

SAN ANTONIO - Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar confirmed on Friday his office is investigating whether some of the mistaken inmate releases that have hampered his agency the past eight months were intentional. The Deputy Sheriffs Association of Bexar County fired back in a statement, calling on Salazar to apologize for suggesting that detention staff would make the erroneous releases purposely. The Defenders have been unable to find any BCSO suspensions or terminations that involved detention staff knowingly releasing inmates who should have remained in the jail. Mistakenly released from custodyAt least nine Bexar County Jail inmates have been released improperly since December, according to records compiled by the KSAT 12 Defenders. But my 1.8 million bosses out on the streets of Bexar County aren't always happy with every decision that I make," said Salazar.

BCSO drones: Integral part of investigations, help keep officers safe

SAN ANTONIO - They are out at parks, on the shelves of your favorite electronics stores, and now, drones are an integral part in local law enforcement investigations and dangerous situations. So I think it's going to play a vital role in law enforcement, said Trace Shannon, an investigator in the BCSO traffic homicide unit. Some of the BCSO drones might seems small run-of-the-mill toys, but they have high-tech capabilities. (WATCH PART 2 OF THE STORY BELOW)I see this as the future of law enforcement. The drone program for BCSO is a three-phase program and Garcia is flying through, getting ready to take the reigns.

Physical evidence in pregnant child sex assault case left in BCSO vehicle for nearly a week

BEXAR COUNTY, Texas - Physical evidence in a case involving a child allegedly impregnated by a 30-year-old man was left in a Bexar County Sheriff's Office vehicle for nearly a week, BCSO officials have confirmed. A BCSO spokesman confirmed late Tuesday that evidence related to the arrest of Rolando Salas Fernandez in the child sexual assault case was left in a vehicle from June 25 to July 1, before being discovered by a deputy. The deputy then contacted a supervisor, who then notified BCSO's evidence unit, which then processed the evidence, the spokesman said. "We will be consulting with the District Attorney's Office, regarding, what if any effect it may have regarding the criminal case," BCSO spokesman Deputy Johnny Garcia said in a written statement. BCSO investigators were made aware of the relationship after the girl reported it to a sexual assault nurse examiner at an area hospital.

BCSO: Man wanted on felony warrant leads deputies on vehicle chase

SAN ANTONIO - A local man was arrested after leading Bexar County Sheriff's deputies and Leon Valley police on a vehicle chase across town overnight, the BCSO said Monday. The chase began just after 2 a.m. near White Fawn Drive and Loop 1604 when deputies attempted to pull over a sport utility vehicle that was driving recklessly. The SUV, however, sped off, leading deputies eastbound on Bandera Road to Loop 410 to Highway 151 all the way to Hunt Lane on the city's West Side. The man then ditched his vehicle and ran on foot but was eventually caught with the assistance of the Leon Valley Police Department, deputies said. The unidentified man now faces a felony warrant charge and a charge of evading arrest.

BCSO: Man with felony warrant leads deputies on vehicle chase

A local man was arrested after leading Bexar County Sheriff's deputies and Leon Valley police on a vehicle chase across town overnight, the BCSO said Monday. Copyright 2019 by KSAT - All rights reserved.

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