A confrontation over a northwest-side house near Woodlawn Lake left a 63-year-old San Antonio homeowner seriously injured after an alleged run-in with a suspected squatter. Investigators say the man lost teeth and suffered a deep cut that needed stitches after he was hit in the face with a brick during a March 30 encounter. Authorities later identified a person in connection with the attack and say charges have now been filed.
Affidavit Details a Violent Confrontation
An arrest affidavit lays out the sequence of events investigators say led to the assault, as reported by KENS5. According to the document, the homeowner went to the 1200 block of West Craig Place to reclaim the property when he was struck with a brick, leaving him with life-altering facial injuries and sending him to the hospital.
The affidavit also states that when officers first arrived, the suspect refused to leave the house, which initially kept police from making an immediate arrest.
What the Charge Could Mean
Prosecutors have filed a charge of aggravated assault causing serious bodily injury, a felony that reflects the severity of the reported wounds. Under the Texas Penal Code, aggravated assault that causes serious bodily injury is typically a second-degree felony that can bring prison time and fines.
Whether the case is enhanced or if additional counts are added will depend on prosecutors’ review of medical records and other evidence described in the affidavit.
Suspect Identified as Investigation Continues
Investigators have identified the person charged as Diego Alvarado, and reporting included a booking photo credited to the Bexar County Jail. As reported by KENS5, officers at first could not take the suspect into custody because he stayed inside the residence, and detectives later took additional steps to locate and charge him.
The case remains under investigation, and prosecutors are expected to set court dates as filings move forward. Officials say more records and court documents will spell out the full scope of the charges and what comes next. This story will be updated as new public filings and official statements are released.
