CRIME & SAFETY
Woman Found Dead Near High School, Suspected Drug Overdose
Discover the chilling story of a woman found lifeless next to a high school on the northeast side. Converse Police Department suspects a drug overdose as the cause. The identity remains undisclosed. Tune in for more details on this tragic incident.
TWO PEOPLE ARRESTED ON THANKSGIVING
Two people were arrested by Brenham Polce in separate incidences last Thursday. They report that Thursday morning at 11:45, Officer Lauren Vieceli conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of Ewing Street and West Blue Bell Road. A suspected THC vape pen was found inside the vehicle during a probable cause search. The driver, Sterling Thompson III, 30 of Hempstead, was placed under arrest for Possession of a Controlled Substance.
Weekly Safety Report: Narcotics Bust and Suspicious House Fire in Comal County, Texas
This week in Comal County, Texas, two individuals from Canyon Lake were arrested in a major narcotics bust. The suspects were found in possession of various drugs, including fentanyl, methamphetamine, heroin, marijuana, and Gabapentin. Additionally, the City of New Braunfels Fire Marshal's Office is seeking the public's help in investigating a suspicious house fire that occurred on Tuesday. They are specifically requesting any exterior building footage from homes on Fren Ave., Perryman St., and Merriweather St. A person of interest with dirty-blonde hair and wearing jeans and a shirt is being sought in connection with the fire.
Journals of Teen Synagogue Arsonist Reveal He Joined Texas State Guard to Meet ‘Like-Minded People’
The pre-sentencing filing alleges that the then 18-year-old Texas State University student originally from Minnesota harbored a ‘deep-seated’ hatred for Jewish people and minorities
SWAT responds to suspect barricade
As of 9:00 p.m. on Nov. 27, San Marcos SWAT team is responding to a suspect barricade at an apartment complex on El Rio Street. At around 4:30 p.m., San Marcos Police Department (SMPD) received alert an individual had been shot. The individual is now at a nearby hospital and is expected to survive.
Schertz Police Department Shares Holiday Safety Tips for Local Residents
The holiday season brings joy and celebration, but it can also bring an uptick in theft and robberies. The Schertz Police Department reminds everyone to stay alert and take steps to protect themselves, their families, and their properties. They advise residents to be cautious, especially when carrying high-value shopping bags. They also recommend keeping homes well-lit, doors locked, and curtains closed. Displaying gifts in less visible areas and not advertising received gifts on social media are also suggested.
Weekly Safety Report: Tragic Collision and High-Speed Chase Shake Seguin, Texas
Two incidents occurred in Seguin, Texas this week. The first incident involved a tragic head-on collision that claimed the lives of Natalie Jean Gage-Avila, 23, and Marcus Keshawn Harris, 37. The collision occurred on State Highway 46 North and Cordova Rd. The second incident involved a high-speed chase between Seguin police officers and an armed and dangerous 18-year-old, Jeffrey Rodriguez Jr., who had an outstanding arrest warrant for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
Cibolo PD turns to public for leads after gunfire from vehicle hits house, car
SAN ANTONIO (KTSA News) — The Cibolo Police Department is hoping you may have information that will lead to arrests after a home was shot at Sunday morning around midnight. No injuries are reported, but a house and a car are damaged after police say a light-colored, four-door pickup truck drove into a neighborhood and stopped in the street before gunfire rang out from inside the cab. After shots were fired, investigators say the pickup sped off and the likely path of the truck is pictured below.
Weekly Safety Report: Car Break-ins, Officer Recognition, and Missing Teen in San Marcos
The San Marcos Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in identifying two suspects involved in car break-ins at an apartment complex. A San Marcos police officer has received international recognition for her contributions to the community. Additionally, a 17-year-old girl has gone missing in the San Marcos area, and authorities are asking for help in locating her.
Fire causes $100K in damage to home in Converse; cause unclear
SAN ANTONIO – A fire at a home in Converse caused extensive damage overnight. Converse firefighters said they responded to the home in the 4700 block of Gambles Quail at around 2:45 a.m. Friday. They arrived to find heavy flames showing from a front corner of the house. They...
Two killed during multi-vehicle crash
(Seguin) – A multi-vehicle collision on State Highway 46 has claimed the lives of two drivers. Seguin Police say the accident was reported just before 1 a.m. Sunday at Hwy. 46 and Cordova Road. Upon arrival, officers say they observed a Chrysler 300 engulfed in flames and a Jeep...
Deputy assigned to Sakai’s security detail accused of flashing gun at teen, family during Selma dispute
SELMA, Texas – A sheriff’s deputy assigned to Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai’s security detail is accused of flashing a gun at a teenager and his family outside a home in Selma, law enforcement records obtained by KSAT Investigates show. The teen, who asked that KSAT call...
Pedestrian hospitalized after being hit by a vehicle in Northeast Bexar County
CONVERSE, Texas - A pedestrian is hospitalized after being hit by a vehicle in Northeast Bexar County. The incident happened around 3:30 a.m. Wednesday along Crestway Road near Forest Ridge Drive. Bexar County Sheriff's deputies and Converse Police were on the scene. No word on the victim's condition.
Suspect still wanted for aggravated assault with deadly weapon
(Seguin) – The search continues for a man who got away during a traffic stop Thursday afternoon. Seguin Police say at approximately 2:30 p.m., the Seguin Police Department Criminal Apprehension and Street Enforcement Unit (C.A.S.E) Unit along with members of the Guadalupe County Narcotics Task Force attempted to conduct a traffic stop on wanted subject Jeffery Rodriguez Jr. The 18-year-old from Seguin has an outstanding arrest warrant for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon out of Guadalupe County.
Seguin on Edge: Teenage Fugitive Evades Police in High-Speed Pursuit
Seguin, TX - The city of Seguin witnessed an intense drama unfold on its streets Thursday afternoon, when an 18-year-old local resident evaded police in a high-speed chase. The incident, which has since put the community on high alert, began when Seguin police officers attempted to pull over the teenager for a routine traffic stop.
Weekly Safety Report: Guilty Verdict, Dog Shooting, Narcotics Possession in San Marcos
This week in San Marcos, Texas, there were three notable incidents. A former San Marcos high school teacher was found guilty of sexual assault. A 68-year-old man was arrested for shooting and killing a neighbor's dog. And a woman received a sentence for narcotics possession.