San Antonio sees surge in ATM thefts as business owners grapple with crime wave
SAN ANTONIO — In a brazen act of theft, burglars broke into a business early this morning, smashing through a wall to steal an ATM. This incident is part of a troubling trend affecting local business owners, with dozens of similar crimes reported recently. Marcie, a manager and bartender...
Around the World festival bringing global adventures to San Antonio this Saturday
The vibrant celebration of culture organized by the World Affairs Council of San Antonio will showcase the heritage of more than 50 countries. The post Around the World festival bringing global adventures to San Antonio this Saturday appeared first on San Antonio Current .
Man fighting for his life after being hit by train on east side of...
A man is in critical condition after police say he was hit by a train on the east side of San Antonio early Friday morning. Police say he was walking on the tracks near East Commerce Street and Kraft Street just before 1:30 a.m. when he was hit. Officers say...
Second arrest made in connection to horrific murder-kidnapping case in San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO — A second arrest was made in the kidnapping and murder of a 44-year-old man in August. 21-year-old Marcos Villegas was arrested yesterday for his involvement in Antonio Sanchez’s death. SAPD said Sanchez was lured to a home on Aug. 11, where he was shot and...
4 suspects arrested after deputies witness human smuggling operation at Love’s Travel Stop gas...
SAN ANTONIO – Four 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. Chelsea Bravo, 29; Julian Garza, 23; Steven Escamila, 36; and Ormond Tolbert, 64, were arrested Thursday night, BCSO said.
First responders participate in 9/11 memorial climb at Alamodome
SAN ANTONIO – In its 14th year, first responders from across the area descended on San Antonio for the annual 9/11 tower climb. Thursday marked 24 years since the deadly terror attacks killed nearly 3,000 people and shocked the nation. This year’s climb was moved to the Alamodome from...
Teen accused in two brazen San Antonio robberies less than 24 hours apart
SAN ANTONIO — Two brazen robberies in less than 24 hours—and police say the same teenager is behind both of them. 17-year-old Raymond Crawford III is now behind bars, accused of targeting victims in violent ambush-style attacks that left one man pistol-whipped and an armored guard robbed of his service weapon.
Residents near Alamodome frustrated by VIA buses blocking streets during concerts
While many people have enjoyed recent concerts like Shakira, The Weeknd, and Post Malone at the Alamodome, residents who live near the venue say they’ve been a nuisance thanks to VIA. Residents living on Montana St. say VIA buses are making it nearly impossible for them to leave their...
Blue heeler bites Amazon delivery driver in ankle, BCSO says
BEXAR COUNTY, Texas – An Amazon delivery driver is expected to recover after a dog bite injured him while he worked his Friday morning shift. Bexar County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to a gated residence on West Montgomery near Cinco de Mayo Drive, which is located south of U.S. Highway 90 in far west Bexar...
Two-year-old allegedly doused in boiling hot water, severe injuries left untreated
SAN ANTONIO - A woman and her boyfriend are behind bars after her toddler was found with severe injuries. On Friday, 32-year-old Tyreesha Deshay Robinson and 31-year-old Devien Marquis Wheeler were arrested after Robinson's two-year-old was found with severe burns and a broken arm. According to court records,...