San Antonio police responded around 5 p.m. on Sunday to a reported shooting in the 500 block of Marchmont Lane, a residential street just north of Olmos Elementary School. Officers entered the home and found a teenage boy deceased inside the residence.
Stepfather also wounded
According to the San Antonio Police Department, a man believed to be the teenager’s stepfather was also shot, sustaining a single wound that appears to be in the abdomen. He was transported to a local hospital in critical condition.
Other occupants present
Investigators said four to five people were inside the home at the time of the incident, including at least one other child. Family members were reportedly in a separate room when the gunfire occurred.
Weapon recovered, investigation ongoing
Police recovered a firearm inside the house. The department has not released details about the type of weapon. No arrests have been made as of the evening of Sunday, and detectives are actively pursuing leads.
Background on the teenager
Authorities noted that the teenager had previously run away from home and had recently returned to the residence prior to the shooting. No further information about his age or name has been released pending notification of family members.
Community response
Neighbors expressed shock and concern over the violent event occurring near a school. Local leaders have urged residents to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activity to law enforcement.
Police request for information
The San Antonio Police Department is asking anyone with information about the shooting to contact the department’s tip line at (210) 555‑1234. Anonymous tips can also be submitted online through the department’s website.
Updates will be provided as the investigation progresses. Stay tuned to 550 KTSA and FM 107.1 for further coverage.
Original reporting: KTSA News/Talk (San Antonio) — read the source article.
