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‘It doesn’t go away’: BCSO begins investigation into 5th domestic violence-related homicide of year
By Nate Kotisso, Hannah Gonzales, Ricardo Moreno at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 4, 2026
· 3 min read
The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said it is investigating the events that led up to a suspected murder-suicide. A BCSO spokesperson told KSAT that a man and woman were both found dead of gunshot wounds Friday night in southwest Bexar County. According to Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar, sher...
Key takeaway According to Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar, sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to a home in the 15000 block of Escalante Pass, which is located near State Highway 16 and Watson Road.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The suspected murder-suicide in southwest Bexar County raises concerns about the availability of mental health resources in the area. As the Bexar County Sheriff's Office investigates the events leading up to the tragic incident, residents of Terrell Hills and surrounding communities may be wondering what support systems are in place to help individuals struggling with mental health issues. The provision of crisis hotline numbers, such as 988, and local organizations like the National Alliance of Mental Illness, offers a starting point for those seeking help. However, the incident also underscores the need for increased awareness and access to mental health services in the community. The upcoming news conference with Sheriff Javier Salazar may provide more insight into the circumstances surrounding the incident and potentially spark a broader conversation about mental health support in Bexar County.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said it is investigating the events that led up to a suspected murder-suicide. A BCSO spokesperson told KSAT that a man and woman were both found dead of gunshot wounds Friday night in southwest Bexar County. According to Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar, sher...
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