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SAPD: Person calls police on woman 'under the influence of inhalants' while caring for 5-year-old
By Nate Kotisso, Katrina Webber at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 8, 2026
· 2 min read
San Antonio police officers said they arrested a woman after she appeared to be on “inhalants” while caring for a 5-year-old boy on Monday afternoon. Victoria Lauren Sandoval, 35, was booked Tuesday morning into the Bexar County Adult Detention Center on a child endangerment charge, which is cons...
Key takeaway The person then called police after they went to Sandoval’s location in the 1300 block of Springvale Drive and saw that she “appeared to be under the influence of inhalants,” the report said.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The arrest of Victoria Lauren Sandoval on a child endangerment charge raises concerns about the well-being of vulnerable populations in Terrell Hills , particularly children with disabilities. The fact that the 5-year-old boy in this case uses a wheelchair and was left crying on the floor while in Sandoval's care is especially troubling. As the investigation into this incident continues, it will be important to examine the support systems in place for families caring for children with special needs in our community. The swift action taken by the person who called SAPD and the responding officers likely prevented a worse outcome, but it also highlights the need for ongoing vigilance and awareness about the potential risks faced by these children. The community will be watching to see how this case is handled and what steps are taken to ensure the safety and well-being of all children in Terrell Hills.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? San Antonio police officers said they arrested a woman after she appeared to be on “inhalants” while caring for a 5-year-old boy on Monday afternoon. Victoria Lauren Sandoval, 35, was booked Tuesday morning into the Bexar County Adult Detention Center on a child endangerment charge, which is cons...
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