One person was hospitalized and a suspect was detained after a shooting near the Frost Bank Center on Thursday night, just as fans were streaming out from the San Antonio Spurs’ home game. The gunfire was reported around 10 p.m. and emergency crews described the victim’s injuries as life threatening before rushing them to a hospital, as eported by KENS5.
According to KENS5, the San Antonio Fire Department said the victim was taken to a hospital in critical condition. That report noted the shooting happened shortly after the Spurs wrapped up their home game at the arena. Authorities have not released the victim’s name.
The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office told KSAT that a suspect was detained, and Sheriff Javier Salazar was expected to provide a briefing. Deputies, along with San Antonio police officers, remained at the scene while investigators worked the area around Frost Bank Center. Officials have not publicly identified the person detained or announced any charges.
Game Night And Timeline
The Spurs hosted the Detroit Pistons at Frost Bank Center on March 5, pulling out a 121-106 win, according to ESPN. The matchup was listed on the arena’s event schedule at Frost Bank Center. Reports place the shooting at about 10 p.m., only minutes after the final buzzer as people were leaving the venue.
Investigation Underway
Authorities shut down parts of the arena perimeter while detectives canvassed for witnesses and reviewed any available video, according to KSAT. So far, officials have released few details about what led up to the gunfire and have not discussed a possible motive. Investigators have asked anyone with video or information about the incident to contact law enforcement as the case moves forward.
The investigation remains active, and authorities have said they will share more information when it becomes available. This story will be updated as officials release additional details.
