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Man shot by BCSO deputy after advancing with ‘large knives’ on far West Side, sheriff says
By Alexis Scott, Matthew Craig, Gabby Jimenez at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
A Bexar County Sheriff’s Office deputy shot a man twice Tuesday evening after he allegedly advanced on deputies while wielding “large knives,” according to Sheriff Javier Salazar.The shooting happened around 6:30 p.m. in the 8400 block of Knapp Rise, near Ranch View and Culebra Road. The sheriff’...
Key takeaway in the 8400 block of Knapp Rise, near Ranch View and Culebra Road.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The shooting involving Bexar County deputies on the far West Side raises concerns about public safety in the area. Residents in the surrounding neighborhoods, including parts of Alamo Heights , may be wondering how this incident will impact their community. The fact that deputies were responding to reports of a male attempting to enter homes suggests that there may be underlying issues with property crime or suspicious activity in the area. As Sheriff Javier Salazar provides more information about the shooting, residents will be looking for details on what led up to the incident and how the sheriff's office plans to address any ongoing safety concerns. The location of the incident, near the intersection of Ranch View and Culebra Road, is also notable, as it is a busy area with a mix of residential and commercial properties.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A Bexar County Sheriff’s Office deputy shot a man twice Tuesday evening after he allegedly advanced on deputies while wielding “large knives,” according to Sheriff Javier Salazar.The shooting happened around 6:30 p.m. in the 8400 block of Knapp Rise, near Ranch View and Culebra Road. The sheriff’...
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