A Saturday night on San Antonio’s East Side turned violent when a 16-year-old girl was shot inside a home, according to police. Officers responded around 10:21 p.m. to the 200 block of Rivertree, where they found the teen with a gunshot wound to her lower extremity. She was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, and investigators are still working the case.
Police details
San Antonio police told KENS5 that a 39-year-old man has been identified as a suspect, but no arrests have been made. Detectives have not released a possible motive and say they are still tracking down leads in the active investigation.
Citywide context
Even with incidents like Saturday night’s, city officials have pointed to a broader downward trend in serious crime. The San Antonio Express-News reported that finalized 2025 crime statistics showed homicides and other violent offenses declining compared with recent years.
Investigation ongoing
According to KENS5, police are asking anyone with information on the shooting to contact investigators as they canvass the area and work their leads. With no arrests reported so far, officers say community tips could be key to moving the case forward.
