Recent Local Crime, Safety Incidents, Flooding, and Health Risks
Key Questions
What is the latest on the Wilson County death investigation?
Texas Rangers are investigating the death of a woman found with a gunshot wound at Hilton Nature Park in Wilson County. No suspect or motive has been identified yet, and the case remains active.
What weather alerts are in effect for the San Antonio area?
An extreme heat warning is active with heat indices above 110°F, and a flood watch covers South-Central Texas with up to 8 inches of rain possible. Cooling centers are open in San Antonio.
Are there any missing persons cases in Bexar County?
The Bexar County Sheriff's Office is searching for a missing 16-year-old girl last seen leaving a residence on the far west side. The public is asked to report any information.
What safety reminders has BCSO issued ahead of the holiday?
BCSO is reminding drivers to check backseats for children in hot cars and has equipped deputies with window-breaking tools. Doctors are also warning about increased fireworks-related burn injuries over the Fourth of July.
How are Texas communities improving emergency alerts?
More communities are joining the IPAWS cellphone emergency alert system following recent Central Texas floods. The system reaches all compatible phones, unlike opt-in alerts that only reach about 20% of residents.
Breaking: Texas Rangers investigating Wilson County death – woman's body found with gunshot wound at Hilton Nature Park; no suspect or motive yet. NWS flood watch for South-Central Texas up to 8 inches; Tropical Storm Cristina leftovers; Tropical Low May Develop Near South Texas (60% chance). Tropical Storm Arthur developed, first of Atlantic season, track toward Louisiana but flood watch extends into SE Texas – remnants could bring additional flooding. Another tropical system threatening Texas coast directly – monitoring. Extreme heat warning (heat index >110°F) – dangerous conditions; cooling sites open in San Antonio. Heat wave intensifying ahead of Fourth of July with limited rain relief. Deadly flash floods; Gov. Abbott declares disaster for 100+ counties. TxDOT closures, hazmat spill. BCSO homicide manhunt, fake LE, stabbing, missing teens. Online solicitation arrests, gang robberies, machete threat, fundraiser scam. Wilson Co ESD #2 silent drowning warning. Officer rescued baby from flooded car. Bexar County detention deputy arrested for human smuggling. Wilson County Sheriff's Office received vest donation. West Nile virus risk elevated. Recent convictions: 45 years for triple stabbing, life without parole for child predator. 23 men charged in prostitution sting. $21M NextGen flood warning system and Beitel Creek repairs. DPS troopers injured in pursuit; BCSO deputy allegedly drove into pedestrian; LULAC calls for jail reform. BCSO shooting on Northeast Side (4 juveniles detained). Security guard wanted for online solicitation. Heavy rain causes flooding, San Antonio flood death reported. Joint operation against human exploitation nets 14 arrests in Bexar County – includes teachers and first responders. Man killed in west Bexar County assault identified by BCSO (domestic homicide). Renewed push for answers in Wilson County homicide of Margarita Castro; WCSO renewing appeal; family pleads for justice with $15k reward. San Antonio police investigating human remains found at vehicle fire on far West Side (near LaCoste) – suspicious, no details. Hearing set on witness testimony in Charles Byrd murder case (far South Bexar, near Wilson County). Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council awards $48.9M in opioid response grants (statewide, no local specifics yet). Bexar County drivers will soon have to take extra steps to renew vehicle registrations (emissions testing requirement – may affect some Elmendorf commuters). BCSO searching for missing teen on far west side. BCSO reminds public to check backseats for children in hot cars; deputies equipped with window-breaking tools. More Texas communities join IPAWS cellphone emergency alert system after Central Texas floods – opt-in alerts reach only ~20%, IPAWS reaches all phones. Teen arrested after deputies rescue 4-month-old from hot car on Southwest Side (June 19 incident). Doctors warn about fireworks dangers ahead of Fourth of July – pediatric burn unit data; reminder for Elmendorf residents.