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Woman accused of stealing ambulance may have disabled anti-theft device, SAFD says
By Katrina Webber, Sal Salazar, Luis Cienfuegos, Alex Gamez at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 9, 2026
· 2 min read
The San Antonio Fire Department is investigating exactly how a woman was able to drive off in one of its ambulances Wednesday, taking two staff members and a patient along with her on a 22-mile-long ride.Alecsis Skie Roberts, 30, was arrested by San Antonio police Wednesday after they boxed in th...
Key takeaway Alecsis Skie Roberts, 30, was arrested by San Antonio police Wednesday after they boxed in the stolen ambulance near Highway 90 and Southwest Military.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The theft of a San Antonio Fire Department ambulance is a stark reminder of the potential vulnerabilities in the city's emergency response system. With this incident being the latest in a string of stolen ambulances in San Antonio, residents may wonder about the effectiveness of the anti-theft devices installed in these vehicles. The fact that Alecsis Skie Roberts may have disabled the device raises questions about the device's reliability and the need for additional security measures. As the investigation unfolds, Terrell Hills residents should be aware of the potential risks and consequences of such incidents, particularly given the community's reliance on prompt and secure emergency services. The safety of patients and emergency responders is paramount, and the city must take steps to prevent similar incidents in the future, ensuring that its emergency response system remains trustworthy and effective.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The San Antonio Fire Department is investigating exactly how a woman was able to drive off in one of its ambulances Wednesday, taking two staff members and a patient along with her on a 22-mile-long ride.Alecsis Skie Roberts, 30, was arrested by San Antonio police Wednesday after they boxed in th...
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