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Utility worker's grim discovery in Far East Bexar County leads to homicide investigation
By NBC affiliate at WOAI News 4 / News4SA (NBC affiliate) — Local
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
A utility worker found a body hidden in six-foot-tall grass near Loop 1604 South. Investigators are exploring all possibilities, including a possible link to an earlier report of a dumped body.
Key takeaway Investigators are exploring all possibilities, including a possible link to an earlier report of a dumped body.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The discovery of a body in Far East Bexar County has raised concerns about public safety in the area. With the investigation still in its early stages, residents of nearby communities, including Terrell Hills , are likely to be on high alert. The fact that the body was found hidden in tall grass near a major highway like Loop 1604 South suggests that the area's rural and suburban landscapes can sometimes conceal serious crimes. As investigators explore possible links to other reports, including a dumped body, local residents will be watching closely to see if this incident is an isolated one or part of a larger pattern. The proximity of the discovery to Terrell Hills and other San Antonio-area communities means that any developments in the case will be closely followed, with many waiting to see what the investigation reveals about the circumstances surrounding the death.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: WOAI News 4 / News4SA (NBC affiliate) — Local ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A utility worker found a body hidden in six-foot-tall grass near Loop 1604 South. Investigators are exploring all possibilities, including a possible link to an earlier report of a dumped body.
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