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2 officers shoot, kill man who police say lunged at them with knife in San Marcos
By Gabby Jimenez, Sonia DeHaro, Andrea K. Moreno, Pachatta Pope, Jarryd Luna at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 27, 2026
· 2 min read
Police officers shot and killed a man in San Marcos on Friday after he allegedly lunged at an officer with a knife at an apartment complex, according to San Marcos Police Chief Stan Standridge.During a Saturday afternoon news conference, Standridge said Thomas Anthony Hawkins III, 25, was shot by...
Key takeaway During a Saturday afternoon news conference, Standridge said Thomas Anthony Hawkins III, 25, was shot by two officers multiple times.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The shooting involving a San Marcos police officer raises concerns about public safety in neighboring communities, including Terrell Hills . Given the proximity of San Marcos to the San Antonio area, residents of Terrell Hills may be wondering about the potential impact on local law enforcement and emergency response protocols. The fact that authorities have stated there is no threat to the public is reassuring, but the incident may still prompt Terrell Hills officials to review their own safety procedures and protocols for officer-involved shootings. As the investigation unfolds, Terrell Hills residents will likely be watching to see if any changes or updates are made to local public safety policies or training programs for police officers. The incident also comes at a time when the San Antonio area is already grappling with issues of public safety, as evidenced by recent incidents involving police officers, making it a significant concern for local communities.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Police officers shot and killed a man in San Marcos on Friday after he allegedly lunged at an officer with a knife at an apartment complex, according to San Marcos Police Chief Stan Standridge.During a Saturday afternoon news conference, Standridge said Thomas Anthony Hawkins III, 25, was shot by...
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