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Man wakes up with gunshot wounds after losing consciousness on the East Side
By NBC affiliate at WOAI News 4 / News4SA (NBC affiliate) — Local
· July 19, 2026
· 1 min read
San Antonio police are investigating after a man was shot early Saturday on Iowa Street. He says he heard a gunshot in a restroom, blacked out, then woke with wounds to his lower extremities.
Key takeaway He says he heard a gunshot in a restroom, blacked out, then woke with wounds to his lower extremities.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The shooting on Iowa Street raises concerns about public safety in the area, particularly given the victim's account of losing consciousness before realizing he had been shot. This incident may prompt residents and business owners to reexamine security measures in place, especially in establishments with public restrooms that can be vulnerable to violent incidents. As the San Antonio police investigate, they will likely review any available surveillance footage and interview witnesses to piece together the events surrounding the shooting. The fact that the victim heard a gunshot before blacking out suggests that the shooting may have occurred in a relatively confined space, which could help investigators narrow down their search for evidence and potential suspects. Residents of Terrell Hills and surrounding neighborhoods will be watching closely as this investigation unfolds, hoping for a swift resolution and increased safety measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: WOAI News 4 / News4SA (NBC affiliate) — Local ·
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What is this story about? San Antonio police are investigating after a man was shot early Saturday on Iowa Street. He says he heard a gunshot in a restroom, blacked out, then woke with wounds to his lower extremities.
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