A man was shot in the parking lot of a Motel 6 on the Northeast Side of San Antonio, local authorities reported, causing concern among residents and police alike as they scrambled to piece together the details of the violent incident. According to information provided by KSAT, the shooting took place Saturday just before 8 p.m. near Interstate 35 and Industry Park Drive, and the man was reportedly behind the motel when the shooting occurred, though the specifics of the altercation remain unclear as the investigation continues.
The San Antonio Police Department responded to the call, finding the wounded man who had already been transported to a hospital by an individual who noticed him bleeding; his current condition is labeled as stable, according to KTSA News, which paints a picture of urgency and care from bystanders. The SAPD is looking into motel surveillance footage to glean more information on the shooter, who fled the scene and is at large as the injured man's recollection of events is pieced together amidst the chaos and siren red that undoubtedly painted that night.
The motive for the shooting is still unknown, and law enforcement is working hard to piece together the facts. Authorities haven't released any details about the suspect Meanwhile, police are reviewing evidence and surveillance footage to find the shooter and restore safety to the area.
