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San Antonio man shot by BCSO deputy after waving knives ‘in a threatening manner’ identified
By Spencer Heath, Katrina Webber, Nate Kotisso at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 29, 2026
· 3 min read
A 38-year-old man accused of waving multiple knives “in a threatening manner” toward deputies before he was shot has been identified in an arrest warrant obtained by KSAT.Danh Thanh Dinh has been charged with two counts of aggravated assault against a public servant. Both counts are considered fi...
Key takeaway ‘Stopping his deadly behavior’The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to a call for a suspicious person just before 6 p.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The incident in far west Bexar County raises concerns about public safety and the potential for violent encounters between law enforcement and individuals in crisis. As the community processes the details of the shooting, it's worth noting that the location of the incident, near the intersection of Knapp Rise and Spitfire Ranch, is a residential area with a mix of single-family homes and apartments. The fact that the suspect, Danh Thanh Dinh, was attempting to enter a home across the street from his own residence suggests a potential breakdown in mental health or a personal crisis that escalated into a dangerous situation. The Bexar County Sheriff's Office will likely face scrutiny over the use of force in this incident, and the community will be watching to see how the agency responds to questions about the deputy's decision to fire multiple gunshots at Dinh.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? A 38-year-old man accused of waving multiple knives “in a threatening manner” toward deputies before he was shot has been identified in an arrest warrant obtained by KSAT.Danh Thanh Dinh has been charged with two counts of aggravated assault against a public servant. Both counts are considered fi...
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