3 undocumented immigrants detained after rooftop chase; 1 at large in human smuggling operation, BCSO says
Read full article: 3 undocumented immigrants detained after rooftop chase; 1 at large in human smuggling operation, BCSO saysThree undocumented immigrants engaged in human smuggling were arrested after attempting to evade by jumping from rooftop to rooftop early Friday morning across southwest Bexar County, the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said.
Man arrested for attempting to solicit 14-year-old girl online, BCSO says
Read full article: Man arrested for attempting to solicit 14-year-old girl online, BCSO saysA 33-year-old man was arrested for attempting to solicit a minor Friday after he reached out to an undercover U.S. Secret Service agent who was instructing others on how to catch child predators, the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) said.
BCSO fires detention deputy following arrest at west Bexar County home
Read full article: BCSO fires detention deputy following arrest at west Bexar County homeThe Bexar County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) announced the termination of one of its detention deputies after she was arrested Wednesday at a west Bexar County home.
BCSO: 1 dead after shooting in parking lot of far west Bexar County Amazon warehouse
Read full article: BCSO: 1 dead after shooting in parking lot of far west Bexar County Amazon warehouseA person is dead, and another is injured after a shooting in the parking lot of a far west Bexar County Amazon warehouse, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Former Bexar County daycare employee arrested after injuring child, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Former Bexar County daycare employee arrested after injuring child, sheriff’s office saysA former employee at a daycare facility in north Bexar County was arrested and charged with injuring a child, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Woman killed, child critically injured after crash on I-35 access road in Von Ormy, BCSO says
Read full article: Woman killed, child critically injured after crash on I-35 access road in Von Ormy, BCSO saysA 45-year-old woman was killed and a girl was critically injured after a crash involving a motorcycle and an 18-wheeler, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Warrant issued for man suspected of beating another man unconscious during Freeman Coliseum concert
Read full article: Warrant issued for man suspected of beating another man unconscious during Freeman Coliseum concertBexar County deputies issued a warrant for Arthur Higa Jr., 25, after an assault during a Dec. 26 concert at the Freeman Coliseum.
Bodycam footage, 911 call reveal suspect threatened to ‘kill’ police before deadly BCSO shootout
Read full article: Bodycam footage, 911 call reveal suspect threatened to ‘kill’ police before deadly BCSO shootoutThe Bexar County Sheriff’s Office released body-worn camera footage Monday of the Dec. 21, 2025, shootout that killed Jose Arley Fernandez Solano and injured two Bexar County deputies.
Animal cruelty case came to light after fireworks sparked car fire, Bexar County investigators say
Read full article: Animal cruelty case came to light after fireworks sparked car fire, Bexar County investigators sayA mishap with fireworks ultimately called attention to what the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office has labeled a case of animal cruelty.
Bexar County inmate dies following medical complications, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Bexar County inmate dies following medical complications, sheriff’s office saysA 49-year-old inmate died Saturday afternoon after spending nearly a month in the hospital, the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said in a release.
What we know about the disappearance, death of Camila Mendoza Olmos in northwest Bexar County
Read full article: What we know about the disappearance, death of Camila Mendoza Olmos in northwest Bexar CountyAuthorities have confirmed the body of 19-year-old Camila Mendoza Olmos was recovered near her home.
Family of missing 19-year-old continues search efforts nearly one week after her disappearance
Read full article: Family of missing 19-year-old continues search efforts nearly one week after her disappearanceThe family of a missing 19-year-old girl is continuing search efforts nearly a week after she was last seen in far northwest Bexar County.
Deputy who brought Whataburger to inmate, on-duty SAPD officer charged with DWI top list of 2025 law enforcement arrests
Read full article: Deputy who brought Whataburger to inmate, on-duty SAPD officer charged with DWI top list of 2025 law enforcement arrestsBexar County’s two largest law enforcement agencies saw the number of their members charged with crimes increase compared to 2024, an analysis by KSAT Investigates shows.
‘It’s not just a file on your desk’: BCSO Missing Persons Unit helps families in times of distress
Read full article: ‘It’s not just a file on your desk’: BCSO Missing Persons Unit helps families in times of distressImages of police officers with dogs, beating through brush, may be what comes to mind when there is an unsolved missing persons case.
Man involved in shootout that injured 2 Bexar County deputies had been deported in 2024, sheriff says
Read full article: Man involved in shootout that injured 2 Bexar County deputies had been deported in 2024, sheriff saysBexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar provided new information on the criminal background of a man involved in a shootout that left two deputies injured.
17 firearms, 40 oz of meth discovered following pursuit ending in crash, BCSO says
Read full article: 17 firearms, 40 oz of meth discovered following pursuit ending in crash, BCSO saysA man was arrested after fleeing from deputies during a traffic stop that uncovered several ounces of methamphetamine and firearms in west Bexar County, according to the sheriff’s office.
2 BCSO deputies shoot, kill man after he fires at them during domestic disturbance call, sheriff says
Read full article: 2 BCSO deputies shoot, kill man after he fires at them during domestic disturbance call, sheriff saysA 38-year-old man was shot and killed by Bexar County deputies after opening fire on them during a domestic disturbance call, according to Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar.
Off-duty BCSO corporal arrested on assault, terroristic threat charges, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Off-duty BCSO corporal arrested on assault, terroristic threat charges, sheriff’s office saysAn off-duty Bexar County Sheriff’s Office corporal was arrested Friday on two family violence-related charges, the sheriff’s office said.
Woman wanted for sex-related offenses in Bexar County arrested at Laredo Port of Entry, CBP says
Read full article: Woman wanted for sex-related offenses in Bexar County arrested at Laredo Port of Entry, CBP saysU.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Laredo Port of Entry arrested a woman who was wanted in Bexar County on warrants for multiple sex-related offenses, according to federal officials.
Woman scammed out of $36K by caller who instructed her to deposit funds into Bitcoin ATM, BCSO says
Read full article: Woman scammed out of $36K by caller who instructed her to deposit funds into Bitcoin ATM, BCSO saysThe Bexar County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public about a scam involving a person who posed as an attorney to steal from a victim.
BCSO, San Antonio police in pursuit of stolen vehicle suspect in east Bexar County
Read full article: BCSO, San Antonio police in pursuit of stolen vehicle suspect in east Bexar CountyTwo law enforcement agencies are searching for a suspect accused of fleeing a traffic stop in a stolen vehicle on Monday.
Man arrested on child pornography charges while out on bond for child sexual abuse case, sheriff says
Read full article: Man arrested on child pornography charges while out on bond for child sexual abuse case, sheriff saysA man was arrested on child pornography charges while out on bond for a child sexual abuse case, Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar said Thursday.
BCSO closes Montessori school crash investigation, leaving families seeking answers
Read full article: BCSO closes Montessori school crash investigation, leaving families seeking answersNearly one year after a deadly Montessori school crash, the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said no criminal charges will be pursued.
Victim of west Bexar County porch pirate warns others to protect holiday packages
Read full article: Victim of west Bexar County porch pirate warns others to protect holiday packagesThe Bexar County Sheriff's Office is trying to identify a man who was allegedly caught on camera stealing packages from people's homes.
Two arrested, one wanted in fraud and identity theft scheme, BCSO says
Read full article: Two arrested, one wanted in fraud and identity theft scheme, BCSO saysTwo suspects are facing multiple charges, and one man is wanted in connection to a fraud and identity theft scheme, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
2 arrested after 2-year-old girl found wandering alone in woods on South Side, BCSO says
Read full article: 2 arrested after 2-year-old girl found wandering alone in woods on South Side, BCSO saysTwo people were arrested after a 2-year-old girl was caught on camera wandering alone on the South Side, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Northeast Side undercover police operation not enough to solve neighborhood’s problems, local business owner says
Read full article: Northeast Side undercover police operation not enough to solve neighborhood’s problems, local business owner saysOne local business owner is pessimistic about the effectiveness of an undercover operation targeting street crimes on the Northeast Side.
Bexar County detectives target drugs, prostitution in undercover operation
Read full article: Bexar County detectives target drugs, prostitution in undercover operationIts name may sound festive, but a weeks-long crime crackdown by the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office could make the holidays tough for some suspected criminals.
2 arrested after leading deputies on Northeast Side chase, BCSO says
Read full article: 2 arrested after leading deputies on Northeast Side chase, BCSO saysTwo people were arrested after leading Bexar County Sheriff’s deputies on a pursuit on the Northeast Side, the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) said.
Murder suspect was free for 13 days before BCSO realized he was unknowingly released from jail
Read full article: Murder suspect was free for 13 days before BCSO realized he was unknowingly released from jailThe Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said nearly two weeks elapsed between the time it unknowingly released a man accused of murder and when that suspect was taken back into custody.
Suspected intoxicated driver arrested, faces 14 charges after 6 children injured in crash, BCSO says
Read full article: Suspected intoxicated driver arrested, faces 14 charges after 6 children injured in crash, BCSO saysA woman was arrested and faces multiple charges after a single-vehicle crash in northeast Bexar County injured six children, including one who is in critical condition, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Residents in far west Bexar County say new construction is to blame for traffic, crashes
Read full article: Residents in far west Bexar County say new construction is to blame for traffic, crashesPeople who live in far west Bexar County near a fatal crash site said they believe the area is accident-prone because of rapid growth just outside of the city.
Man arrested in connection with child sexual abuse images investigation, BCSO says
Read full article: Man arrested in connection with child sexual abuse images investigation, BCSO saysA man was arrested Friday in connection with a child sexual abuse images investigation, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
3 arrested on human smuggling charges after traffic stops in Von Ormy, BCSO says
Read full article: 3 arrested on human smuggling charges after traffic stops in Von Ormy, BCSO saysThree men were arrested on human smuggling charges after traffic stops in Von Ormy, the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said Friday.
Sheriff’s deputy accused of choking, assaulting fellow BCSO employee, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Sheriff’s deputy accused of choking, assaulting fellow BCSO employee, sheriff’s office saysThe Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said one of its deputies, who was taken into custody on Tuesday after they allegedly assaulted their significant other, has been placed on administrative leave.
BCSO: Man wanted for murder, accused of shooting 17-year-old at southwest Bexar County house party
Read full article: BCSO: Man wanted for murder, accused of shooting 17-year-old at southwest Bexar County house partyA man is wanted for the murder of a 17-year-old girl who was shot at a southwest Bexar County house party in September, the sheriff’s office said Thursday.
BCSO: Child behind wheel crashes into neighbor’s truck in west Bexar County; Woman arrested
Read full article: BCSO: Child behind wheel crashes into neighbor’s truck in west Bexar County; Woman arrestedA woman arrested on multiple charges is accused of telling a child to move a vehicle out of a driveway before the child crashed into a neighbor’s car, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Unclear circumstances surround death of 77-year-old man run over near Converse, BCSO says
Read full article: Unclear circumstances surround death of 77-year-old man run over near Converse, BCSO saysA 77-year-old man died after he was hit by a vehicle on Thursday evening near Converse, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Road closed after man suffers life-threatening injuries from Northeast Side hit-and-run, BCSO says
Read full article: Road closed after man suffers life-threatening injuries from Northeast Side hit-and-run, BCSO saysA man was found in the street unresponsive Thursday night after being hit by a vehicle near Converse, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
33 firearms, $200K+ seized during SWAT search at South Side home, BCSO says
Read full article: 33 firearms, $200K+ seized during SWAT search at South Side home, BCSO saysThirty-three firearms and more than $200,000 believed to be proceeds from narcotics trafficking were among the items seized during a SWAT search at a South Side home, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Community traumatized by uncovered bodies, blood left behind at crime scenes call for change
Read full article: Community traumatized by uncovered bodies, blood left behind at crime scenes call for changeA group of San Antonio community members is concerned about how crime scenes are handled and cleaned up. KSAT went looking for answers to their questions about who is responsible.
BCSO asks public’s help to identify man accused of scamming elderly person out of $30,000
Read full article: BCSO asks public’s help to identify man accused of scamming elderly person out of $30,000The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s help to identify a man accused of scamming an elderly person out of $30,000 in connection with an online investment scam.
Security at Calaveras Power Plant Station shoots male attempting to drive through gate, BCSO says
Read full article: Security at Calaveras Power Plant Station shoots male attempting to drive through gate, BCSO saysA person was hospitalized after he was shot by security while driving through the front gate of the Calaveras Power Plant Station, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
An exclusive look at the national DNA database used at the Bexar County Crime Lab
Read full article: An exclusive look at the national DNA database used at the Bexar County Crime LabCODIS, which stands for “Combined DNA Index System,” is a database consisting of DNA from convicted offenders, unsolved crime scene evidence and missing people.
10 kilograms of methamphetamine laced with fentanyl seized at downtown hotel, BCSO says
Read full article: 10 kilograms of methamphetamine laced with fentanyl seized at downtown hotel, BCSO saysTen kilograms of methamphetamine laced with fentanyl were seized at a downtown hotel, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Inmate dies at hospital following injuries sustained during alleged robbery, BCSO says
Read full article: Inmate dies at hospital following injuries sustained during alleged robbery, BCSO saysA suspect in the custody of the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office died at a hospital early Sunday morning after sustaining injuries during an alleged robbery, the office said in a news release.
BCSO spokesperson Johnny Garcia announces candidacy for Texas’ redrawn 35th Congressional District
Read full article: BCSO spokesperson Johnny Garcia announces candidacy for Texas’ redrawn 35th Congressional DistrictA public information officer for the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office announced his plans to run for the newly redrawn Texas 35th Congressional District.
Student in custody after threat to ‘shoot up’ Medina Valley ISD elementary school, officials say
Read full article: Student in custody after threat to ‘shoot up’ Medina Valley ISD elementary school, officials sayA student accused of threatening to “shoot up” LaCoste Elementary School has been taken into custody, according to a letter from the school principal.
More than 200 veterans locked up at Bexar County jail in September, new data shows
Read full article: More than 200 veterans locked up at Bexar County jail in September, new data showsData shows that at least 218 veterans were detained at the Bexar County Adult Detention Center at some point, between Sept. 1 and Sept. 30.
Two men arrested for aggravated assault over Netflix account dispute, affidavit says
Read full article: Two men arrested for aggravated assault over Netflix account dispute, affidavit saysTwo men have been arrested for allegedly assaulting someone with a gun during a dispute over a Netflix account name change, according to records.
Frustrations remain for speeding drivers on west Bexar County road where woman was killed
Read full article: Frustrations remain for speeding drivers on west Bexar County road where woman was killedPeople near Alamo Ranch Parkway, where a woman was killed in April by a driver traveling at more than 100 miles per hour, want more traffic lights in the area.
$200K worth of meth seized during traffic stop in east Bexar County, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: $200K worth of meth seized during traffic stop in east Bexar County, sheriff’s office saysA man was arrested after an estimated $200,000 worth of methamphetamine was found in his vehicle during a traffic stop, the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said in a Facebook post.
Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash in northwest Bexar County, BCSO says
Read full article: Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash in northwest Bexar County, BCSO saysA male pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run crash involving a Toyota Tundra in northwest Bexar County, according to the sheriff’s office.
2 children dead after mother says they were found in hot car; BCSO says mom arrested after ‘inconsistencies’
Read full article: 2 children dead after mother says they were found in hot car; BCSO says mom arrested after ‘inconsistencies’The mother of a 6-year-old boy and 3-year-old girl told the sheriff’s office her children died after being left in a hot car, just before 3:30 p.m. Saturday in the 7600 block of Chancery Gate.
Driver shot, killed while fleeing northeast Bexar County home; multiple people detained, BCSO says
Read full article: Driver shot, killed while fleeing northeast Bexar County home; multiple people detained, BCSO saysMultiple people were detained Tuesday after a male driver was shot to death in a northeast Bexar County neighborhood, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Man receives 38-year sentence for 2019 murder of missing co-worker, Bexar County court records show
Read full article: Man receives 38-year sentence for 2019 murder of missing co-worker, Bexar County court records showA Bexar County man received a 38-year prison sentence for the murder of his coworker in 2019, court records stated.
Wanted man found under trap door after 6-hour standoff on East Side, BCSO says
Read full article: Wanted man found under trap door after 6-hour standoff on East Side, BCSO saysA 59-year-old man was taken into custody after a six-hour standoff on the East Side, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Man arrested after high-speed chase ends with 2 deputies, multiple people injured, BCSO says
Read full article: Man arrested after high-speed chase ends with 2 deputies, multiple people injured, BCSO saysA man was arrested in connection with a “reckless driving” pursuit that ended in a crash and injured several people, including two Bexar County deputies, according to the sheriff’s office.
Four suspects arrested after deputies witness human smuggling operation at Love’s Travel Stop gas station
Read full article: Four suspects arrested after deputies witness human smuggling operation at Love’s Travel Stop gas stationFour people were arrested in connection with a human smuggling operation near a gas station on the Southwest Side, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Bexar County DA won’t pursue charges in case of 2022 migrant transport to Martha’s Vineyard
Read full article: Bexar County DA won’t pursue charges in case of 2022 migrant transport to Martha’s VineyardThe Bexar County District Attorney’s Office announced Wednesday that it will not pursue criminal charges against two people involved in the transport of migrants from San Antonio to Massachusetts in September 2022.
‘It could kill thousands’: Bexar County Sheriff reacts to fentanyl find during raid
Read full article: ‘It could kill thousands’: Bexar County Sheriff reacts to fentanyl find during raidA man wanted on multiple warrants was taken into custody Tuesday during a joint operation between the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office, FBI and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in far west Bexar County.
Man arrested after investigators find 32 grams of fentanyl at west Bexar County property, BCSO says
Read full article: Man arrested after investigators find 32 grams of fentanyl at west Bexar County property, BCSO saysThree separate law enforcement agencies, including the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office, arrested a man on Tuesday who is accused of possessing dozens of grams of fentanyl.
Murder suspect shot victim at least ‘a dozen times’ in alleged love triangle, BCSO says
Read full article: Murder suspect shot victim at least ‘a dozen times’ in alleged love triangle, BCSO saysBexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar said Mason Ray Rodriguez, 21, surrendered to BCSO investigators hours after he allegedly shot and killed another man at least “a dozen times.”
Man shot, killed after ‘verbal disturbance’ at far west Bexar County home, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Man shot, killed after ‘verbal disturbance’ at far west Bexar County home, sheriff’s office saysA man in his 20s was shot and killed after a “verbal disturbance” unfolded at a far west Bexar County home, according to the sheriff’s office.
Grieving mothers form advocacy group to demand justice and accountability for lost loved ones
Read full article: Grieving mothers form advocacy group to demand justice and accountability for lost loved onesA death inside the Bexar County jail has left one family devastated, but many others said they understand their pain.
Bexar County inmate dies after suffering medical episode, BCSO says
Read full article: Bexar County inmate dies after suffering medical episode, BCSO saysAn inmate at the Bexar County Adult Detention Center died after suffering a medical episode at the jail Monday morning, according to the sheriff’s office.
3 suspects arrested after deputy finds illegal bar in northeast Bexar County, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: 3 suspects arrested after deputy finds illegal bar in northeast Bexar County, sheriff’s office saysThree suspects were arrested in connection with an illegal bar operating out of a lounge in northeast Bexar County, according to the sheriff’s office.
Parents arrested after 1-year-old child dies from being left in hot vehicle for over 2 hours, BCSO says
Read full article: Parents arrested after 1-year-old child dies from being left in hot vehicle for over 2 hours, BCSO saysTwo parents were arrested after their 1-year-old child was left alone in a vehicle for over two hours and later died from heat-related injuries, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Sheriff’s deputy arrested for allegedly assaulting female deputy he was dating, BCSO says
Read full article: Sheriff’s deputy arrested for allegedly assaulting female deputy he was dating, BCSO saysA sheriff’s deputy was arrested for allegedly assaulting a female deputy he was in a relationship with, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
4 charged, 18 others detained in illegal gambling operation in southeast Bexar County, BCSO says
Read full article: 4 charged, 18 others detained in illegal gambling operation in southeast Bexar County, BCSO saysFour suspects were charged in connection with an illegal gambling operation after deputies conducted a raid and detained 18 other people, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
La Santa Muerte discrimination lawsuit against BCSO moves forward after EEOC ruling
Read full article: La Santa Muerte discrimination lawsuit against BCSO moves forward after EEOC rulingThe federal agency that investigates workplace discrimination claims dealt a blow to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office last week when it determined it had reasonable cause to believe a San Antonio man was denied a position as a detention officer because of his wife’s religious beliefs.
BCSO: Woman shot in head while apparently collecting scrap metal at vacant home; ‘romantic’ partner person of interest
Read full article: BCSO: Woman shot in head while apparently collecting scrap metal at vacant home; ‘romantic’ partner person of interestThe Bexar County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a 35-year-old woman was found shot in the head outside an apparent vacant home in Southeast Bexar County.
Mother arrested following prevention of child’s removal that prompted AMBER alert, BCSO says
Read full article: Mother arrested following prevention of child’s removal that prompted AMBER alert, BCSO saysAmber Heaviland, 38, was taken into custody at her home, just after 2 p.m. Saturday, after her 3-year-old daughter was recovered safely.
AMBER Alert canceled for missing 3-year-old child last seen in northeast Bexar County
Read full article: AMBER Alert canceled for missing 3-year-old child last seen in northeast Bexar CountyAn AMBER Alert was canceled Saturday afternoon for a missing 3-year-old girl last seen in northeast Bexar County, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Woman arrested, accused of stabbing man in west Bexar County, BCSO says
Read full article: Woman arrested, accused of stabbing man in west Bexar County, BCSO saysA woman was arrested on Wednesday in connection with a stabbing that hospitalized a man with a life-threatening injury, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.
Bexar County jail regains compliance after log issues fixed, sheriff’s office says
Read full article: Bexar County jail regains compliance after log issues fixed, sheriff’s office saysThe Bexar County Sheriff’s Office announced Tuesday that its jail has regained compliance with the Texas Commission on Jail Standards (TCJS).
SE Bexar County couple arrested after toddler wandered from ‘filthy’ home could face more charges
Read full article: SE Bexar County couple arrested after toddler wandered from ‘filthy’ home could face more chargesA Bexar County Sheriff’s Office spokesperson said detectives also have an ongoing investigation regarding an elderly relative of the couple who was found living amid those same "filthy" conditions.
BCSO: Man arrested for planning racist attack also had child sexual abuse material
Read full article: BCSO: Man arrested for planning racist attack also had child sexual abuse materialNathan James Henderson, 39, was rearrested on a new charge for possessing child sexual abuse material, after the sheriff’s office said it found 548 files on his devices.