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East Side neighbors fear for safety after teen killed, 5 injured in Fourth of July shooting
By Madalynn Lambert, Ricardo Moreno at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· July 5, 2026
· 2 min read
Residents said violence has impacted an East Side neighborhood for years after an 18-year-old man was killed and five others were injured around 10:45 p.m. Saturday.“I’ve lived over here in this area for like ten years, and I already know like four kids who passed away,” one neighbor said, “and i...
Key takeaway ”The investigation continued into Sunday morning as detectives from the San Antonio Police Department remained in the 1700 block of Lamar Street, near North Mittman Street, for more than 12 hours after the shooting.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The shooting on Lamar Street near North Mittman Street is a stark reminder of the long-standing concerns about public safety in East Side neighborhoods. For residents who have lived in the area for years, the violence is not a new phenomenon, but rather a persistent threat that has claimed the lives of multiple young people. The fact that victims of the shooting ranged in age from 5 to 41 underscores the need for a comprehensive approach to addressing the root causes of violence in the community. As the San Antonio Police Department continues its investigation, residents are likely to press for increased patrols and community engagement initiatives to prevent similar incidents in the future. The city's efforts to revitalize and invest in East Side neighborhoods will also be closely watched, as residents demand a safer and more secure environment for themselves and their families.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 5, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Residents said violence has impacted an East Side neighborhood for years after an 18-year-old man was killed and five others were injured around 10:45 p.m. Saturday.“I’ve lived over here in this area for like ten years, and I already know like four kids who passed away,” one neighbor said, “and i...
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