San Antonio's North Side saw another scare on July 7, 2024, when a man was shot near a busy stretch of big-box stores that includes a Walmart and an H‑E‑B, authorities said. Witnesses told reporters they heard multiple gunshots during an argument before the gunman took off in an SUV. The victim was taken to a hospital with injuries described as non life threatening.
According to KENS 5, San Antonio police were called to the La Barca Drive area on July 7, 2024, and are investigating the shooting as an aggravated assault with a firearm. Witnesses told reporters the victim was shot during an argument and that someone left the scene in an SUV before officers arrived. As of the outlet's coverage, the department had not reported any arrests.
Police Seeking Leads
Police have urged anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers, with anonymous tips accepted at 210-224-STOP or through the P3 Tips app, per KSAT. Investigators are also encouraging anyone who recorded the incident to share video with detectives, which could help them identify the SUV or the suspected shooter. Officers canvassed nearby homes and businesses for surveillance footage and witness statements.
Why This Matters
Shootings near large retailers continue to be a public safety concern in San Antonio, and residents say crowded parking lots can turn dangerous in a matter of seconds. A separate May 19, 2026 report by MySA detailed gunfire near an H‑E‑B that led to medical treatment for a suspect, underscoring the risk such flare ups pose to bystanders and how crucial witness video can be to investigators.
