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Man charged with manslaughter after accidental shooting kills teenager, SAPD says
Summary by Terrell Hills News Editorial Desk Rocky Garza , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The incident occurred near Wiseman Boulevard and resulted in the death of a 16-year-old boy. Further details about the incident are available from the San Antonio Police Department, who have booked an 18-year-old man into the Bexar County Adult Detention Center in connection with the shooting.
A manslaughter charge has been filed in connection with a fatal accidental shooting on the West Side. The incident occurred near Wiseman Boulevard and resulted in the death of a 16-year-old boy.
The shooting happened early Monday morning and police responded to a call about a gunshot wound. Upon arrival, officers found the boy with an upper body wound, and he was later pronounced dead.
Further details about the incident are available from the San Antonio Police Department, who have booked an 18-year-old man into the Bexar County Adult Detention Center in connection with the shooting.
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Category: safety Published: July 7, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio Reading time: 1 min
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