A store employee was caught purchasing stolen cell phones during an undercover operation, police reported. The arrest highlights ongoing efforts to combat theft and illegal sales in the area. Investigation continues.
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Authorities and family seek help finding Karina Gaitan, last seen in San Antonio. WOAI urges anyone with information to come forward to aid the search. Contact details available on their website.
A Black jogger in San Antonio says he was treated as “guilty before proven innocent” after being forcefully arrested while running. The incident raises concerns about racial profiling and use of force.
The notorious Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua has reportedly relocated its HQ to the outskirts of a major US city. Police warn residents to stay alert for distinctive tattoos linked to the violent group.
High levels of car theft, carjackings, and other crimes continue to escalate in cities across the US, raising concerns about public safety and law enforcement’s ability to curb these trends, reports WPDE.
San Antonio has officially trademarked the moniker “Military City,” solidifying its identity as a key military hub. The move aims to boost tourism and honor the city’s longstanding ties to the armed forces.
A San Antonio jury convicted two individuals in a high-profile case linked to the Mexican Mafia’s organized crime activities. The verdict highlights ongoing law enforcement efforts to dismantle criminal networks impacting the region.
Hate crimes are surging in San Antonio, known as the Alamo City, sparking fear among residents. Community leaders urge increased vigilance and stronger action to combat the rising violence.
A new report analyzes San Antonio’s violent crime trends, comparing data to 2023 figures. The findings offer insight into whether the city is becoming safer or facing increasing challenges in public safety.
Partner nations have united to strengthen efforts against transnational organized crime, enhancing cooperation and intelligence sharing to dismantle criminal networks, officials reported on army.mil.
Time Magazine reports on the cities with the highest homicide rates in 2021, highlighting alarming spikes in violence. The article examines underlying factors and the urgent need for policy intervention to curb crime.
Reader voices highlight growing concerns as homelessness increasingly impacts downtown San Antonio. Community members call for urgent action to address the social and economic toll on the city’s core.
A Texas mother forced her 3-year-old son to say goodbye to his father on camera before fatally shooting the child, authorities report. The tragic incident has raised urgent calls for child protection and intervention.
U.S. District Judge John H. Wood Jr. was killed 43 years ago by Charles Harrelson, father of actor Woody Harrelson, in a San Antonio assassination that marked the first murder of a federal judge in decades.
Bexar County Sheriffs and U.S. Marshals conducted a raid on a South Side home, recovering a cache of drugs and firearms. The operation aims to disrupt local criminal activity and enhance community safety.
U.S. Marshals are actively searching for a dangerous drug dealer with a violent criminal history, officials confirmed. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward immediately. The suspect remains at large.
Texas executed a man convicted of murder years after DNA evidence linked him to the crime, Reuters reports. The case highlights advances in forensic technology and ongoing debate over capital punishment.
Three men were arrested in San Antonio on charges related to child sex crimes, authorities reported. The arrests stem from an ongoing investigation aimed at protecting vulnerable children in the community.
Cartel boss “El Huevo” was transferred to San Antonio to stand trial on charges related to alleged crimes against the U.S., authorities confirmed. The court proceedings are set to begin amid heightened security measures.
Former Miss San Antonio alleges harassment after a man slipped a tracking device into her purse, sparking a police investigation. Authorities urge vigilance as the case highlights growing concerns over personal safety.