Seven San Antonio police officers sustained injuries during a tense standoff on Wednesday night, as they responded to a "suicide in progress" call in the Stone Oak neighborhood. The situation escalated quickly, prompting the involvement of a Swat team. San Antonio Police Chief Bill McManus confirmed the details of the incident, stating that the officers responded to a call from a family member regarding the suspect, a man in his 40s with a history of legal trouble.
The officers were responding to what seemed like a routine call when the suspect opened fire. Initially, reports indicated that four officers were wounded, but subsequent updates confirmed that seven were injured. Fortunately, none of the injuries were considered life-threatening. The suspect, previously arrested on January 18 for assault and driving while intoxicated, had barricaded himself inside an apartment.
“Swat arrived on the scene and the suspect barricaded himself inside the apartment for several hours.” – Bill McManus
As the situation unfolded, police evacuated nearby residents who could be moved safely. The standoff ended after several tense hours when authorities found the suspect deceased inside the apartment. The exact cause of death remains unclear.
“At the end of the event the suspect was found to be deceased.” – Bill McManus
The unfolding drama was detailed by local media outlets including the Associated Press and an NBC affiliate. Throughout the night, Chief McManus provided updates via a video posted on Facebook, keeping the community informed about developments.
“We don’t know if he was shot by a self-inflicted wound or whether or not he was shot by squad officers.” – Bill McManus
The incident has raised questions about response protocols and officer safety during volatile situations. However, the quick action of the Swat team and other officers on-site ensured that no further harm came to civilians or law enforcement personnel.