A late-night search through a dumpster on San Antonio's Northeast Side ended in gunfire early Tuesday, when a man was shot in the chest near a Taco Bell and rushed to a local hospital, police said. He was reported in stable condition. Witnesses told officers a dark SUV rolled past, someone inside fired a single round, and the vehicle sped off toward Wurzbach Parkway.
Police: Drive-by During Dumpster Dive
According to News 4 San Antonio, the victim and a woman had been dumpster diving along Perrin Beitel near Naco Perrin Boulevard when a dark-colored SUV drove by and someone inside opened fire. The man was hit on the right side of his chest, and the woman quickly called for help, authorities told the outlet.
Area Has Seen Similar Violence
The Perrin Beitel and Naco Perrin corridor has been the backdrop for multiple shootings and violent incidents in recent years, fueling ongoing worries about nighttime safety on the Northeast Side. Local outlets have repeatedly documented police responses along Perrin Beitel, including investigations into recent shootings and injuries in the area, as noted by KSAT.
Where It Happened
Police said the shooting happened near the Taco Bell at Perrin Beitel and Naco Perrin Boulevard, listed as 11461 Perrin Beitel Rd on mapping services such as Apple Maps. The dark SUV took off in the direction of Wurzbach Parkway, according to News 4 San Antonio.
Investigation Ongoing
Detectives are still working the case, and no suspect description was available in initial reports. Authorities have not publicly released further details as they process the scene and review any video that might shed light on who pulled the trigger.
