On January 23, 2025, seven police officers in San Antonio, Texas were shot by a barricaded suspect during an incident that began with a report of a “suicide in progress.” The police chief confirmed that the suspect was later found dead from a gunshot wound.
- Seven San Antonio officers shot by suspect
- Incident began with suicide call response
- Four officers sustained non-life-threatening injuries
- Suspect found dead from gunshot wound
- Suspect had prior assault and DWI arrests
- Residents evacuated during prolonged standoff
The situation unfolded at an apartment complex in the Stone Oak neighborhood. Chief William McManus reported that four officers sustained injuries while responding to the scene, but their injuries are believed to be non-life-threatening.
The incident started when officers responded to a family member’s call regarding concerns for the suspect’s safety. Upon arrival, the first officer was shot in the lower extremity, followed by three additional officers who also sustained gunshot wounds as they approached the scene. All four of these officers have between four and eight years of experience with the department.
In total, Chief McManus later confirmed that seven officers had been shot during this prolonged standoff which lasted several hours. While he did not disclose details about the condition of the remaining three wounded officers, he indicated that their injuries may not be life-threatening.
- The suspect was described as a man in his 40s.
- He had prior arrests on January 18 for assault offenses and DWI and was out on bond at the time of this incident.
A resident nearby reported hearing shots and seeing helicopters overhead during the event. The situation prompted evacuations of surrounding units as law enforcement worked to resolve it safely. As investigations continue into whether the suspect died from self-inflicted wounds or police fire, authorities are focusing on understanding more about his background and motivations.
This incident highlights ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement when responding to mental health crises and underscores the risks involved in such dangerous situations for both officers and civilians alike.
