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East Side woman accused of murder takes plea deal on reduced charge, sentenced to 15 years in prison
By Nate Kotisso, Erica Hernandez, Matthew Craig at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 10, 2026
· 4 min read
A San Antonio woman initially charged with a 2024 murder took a plea deal on a lesser charge Thursday afternoon. As a part of the deal, the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office elected to waive Julie Marie Lopez’s murder charge in favor of an aggravated robbery charge that carries a 15-year pr...
Key takeaway As a part of the deal, the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office elected to waive Julie Marie Lopez’s murder charge in favor of an aggravated robbery charge that carries a 15-year prison sentence.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The case of Julie Marie Lopez, who took a plea deal on a reduced charge of aggravated robbery, raises questions about public safety in the vicinity of the Villas of Oak Creste apartments on Fredericksburg Road. The fact that multiple rounds went through the walls of a nearby apartment, as reported by the 911 caller, highlights the potential risks to innocent bystanders in such incidents. As Lopez begins her 15-year prison sentence, the community may wonder about the effectiveness of law enforcement efforts to prevent and respond to violent crimes in the area. The investigation, which involved surveillance video and witness statements, demonstrates the importance of thorough policing in solving crimes and bringing perpetrators to justice. Residents of Terrell Hills and surrounding neighborhoods will likely be watching to see how the San Antonio Police Department and Bexar County District Attorney's Office continue to address violent crime in the region.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? A San Antonio woman initially charged with a 2024 murder took a plea deal on a lesser charge Thursday afternoon. As a part of the deal, the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office elected to waive Julie Marie Lopez’s murder charge in favor of an aggravated robbery charge that carries a 15-year pr...
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