Authorities in north Bexar County are asking for the public’s help to track down a man believed to have intentionally set two fires on private property. Investigators say the person of interest was last seen running from a church near Overlook Parkway and U.S. Highway 281 on Tuesday, May 19. The case remains under active investigation, and officials say no arrests have been announced.
How investigators are describing the suspect
As reported by KENS5, the Bexar County Fire Marshal’s Office describes the man as a light-complected male in his 20s. At the time, he was reportedly wearing a black San Antonio Spurs T-shirt with the number 1 on it, a black-and-gray baseball cap and dark basketball shorts. Investigators say he also had a black backpack and was wearing black-and-white sneakers when he left the area.
How to report a tip
According to the Bexar County Fire Marshal’s Office, the office’s main line is 210-335-0300, and phones are monitored 24 hours a day. The City of San Antonio lists Crime Stoppers at 210-224-STOP for anonymous tips.
Officials are asking residents not to confront anyone who matches the description. Instead, they want people to share any information, photos or video with investigators through the Fire Marshal’s office or Crime Stoppers.
Why officials say time matters
Bexar County has been on high wildfire alert after commissioners extended a county burn ban into May because of dry conditions and elevated fire risk, which can turn even small, deliberately set fires into something far more dangerous, according to TPR. As reported by KENS5, both fires were on private property in north Bexar County, and investigators say evidence suggests they were intentionally set. The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information or footage is asked to call the Fire Marshal’s office at 210-335-0300 or Crime Stoppers at 210-224-STOP. The Bexar County Fire Marshal’s Office and local partners say they will continue to investigate and have thanked residents for their vigilance.
