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Crosses at Quintana Road memorial damaged again months after calls for improved security, lighting
By Daniela Ibarra, Eddie Latigo at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· July 8, 2026
· 3 min read
The San Antonio Police Department is investigating what led up to several crosses being damaged at the Quintana Road memorial Wednesday, the latest incident in a string of reported disturbances at the site.The memorial honors the 53 migrants killed in a 2022 smuggling tragedy along Quintana Road....
Key takeaway The memorial honors the 53 migrants killed in a 2022 smuggling tragedy along Quintana Road.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The repeated vandalism at the Quintana Road memorial is a stark reminder of the ongoing need for improved security measures in Alamo Heights . Despite calls for increased safety and lighting, the site continues to be targeted, with at least 10 incidents reported since March 2025. The fact that the city had planned to add lights and cameras, and that District 4 Councilman Edward Mungia's office has been working to address these concerns, suggests that progress has been slow. As the investigation into the latest incident continues, residents will be watching to see if the city follows through on its promises to enhance security and prevent future acts of vandalism. The memorial's significance as a tribute to the 53 migrants who lost their lives in the 2022 tragedy makes it especially important that the city takes concrete steps to protect and preserve this site.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? The San Antonio Police Department is investigating what led up to several crosses being damaged at the Quintana Road memorial Wednesday, the latest incident in a string of reported disturbances at the site.The memorial honors the 53 migrants killed in a 2022 smuggling tragedy along Quintana Road....
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