San Antonio, August 30, 2025
News Summary
In a tragic incident, San Antonio police shot and killed a 41-year-old man after he fired a shotgun into the air and later aimed it at officers. The event unfolded in the 800 block of Cherry Street when police responded to reports of gunfire. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene, and no officers were harmed. The ongoing investigation looks into prior disturbances at the location and the broader context of officer-involved shootings in the city this year.
San Antonio
San Antonio police shot and killed a 41-year-old man on the East Side after he fired a shotgun into the air and later pointed the weapon at arriving officers. The shooting occurred in the 800 block of Cherry Street following a report of shots fired at approximately 10:30 a.m. on August 29, 2025. The man, a local resident, was struck and pronounced dead at the scene. No officers were injured.
What happened
Police responded after callers reported a series of gunshots. According to the department, the man had been involved in an altercation with two drivers before walking to his residence, retrieving a shotgun and firing multiple rounds into the air. When officers arrived, the man pointed the shotgun toward them from his backyard. Officers returned fire and killed the man. Authorities say the man did not fire the shotgun directly at officers during the incident.
Immediate details and investigation
The two drivers involved in the earlier altercation are cooperating with investigators. Witnesses on the street reported hearing a sequence of gunshots. The man was alone at home when he was shot by police in his backyard. The officers involved in the shooting each have roughly six years of service with the San Antonio Police Department. The shooting is under investigation by the appropriate internal and external review units, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Prior contacts and neighborhood response
Records show the home was the subject of seven calls to police since January 1, 2025, including disturbance-related calls. Neighbors expressed mixed reactions: some described the area as experiencing frequent crime but still said they feel safe living there, while others noted concern after hearing the gunfire.
Context within city policing
This incident marks the 11th shooting involving San Antonio police personnel so far in 2025 and is the second fatal shooting by officers in less than a week. The department continues to face scrutiny over officer-involved shootings this year; internal reviews and public inquiries are expected to follow standard procedures.
What authorities have said and next steps
San Antonio Police Chief William McManus confirmed the basic facts of the incident and identified the man as a local resident. The department has stated that no officers were injured and that the two drivers who were part of the earlier altercation are cooperating with the investigation. Further details, including forensic findings, exact timing of events, and the release of body-worn camera footage, will depend on the progress of the ongoing investigation.
Background and public safety notes
Officer-involved shootings typically lead to administrative reviews, evidence collection, witness interviews and, when applicable, independent oversight evaluations. The sequence reported here—an altercation, a return to the residence to retrieve a firearm, public discharging of a weapon, and an encounter with responding officers—will be key points examined by investigators to determine compliance with departmental policies and applicable law.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where did the shooting occur?
The shooting occurred in the 800 block of Cherry Street on the East Side of San Antonio.
When did the incident happen?
The incident took place around 10:30 a.m. on August 29, 2025.
Was the man armed and did he fire at officers?
The man had a shotgun, fired multiple rounds into the air, and later pointed the shotgun at officers. Authorities report he did not fire directly at officers.
Were any officers injured?
No officers were injured during the incident.
Are the other people involved cooperating with investigators?
The two drivers who were involved in the prior altercation are cooperating with the investigation.
How many times has police been involved in shootings this year?
This is the 11th shooting involving San Antonio police personnel in 2025 and the second fatal police shooting in less than a week.
Key details at a glance
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | 800 block of Cherry Street, San Antonio (East Side) |
| Date and time | August 29, 2025, ~10:30 a.m. |
| Victim | 41-year-old local resident (deceased) |
| Weapon | Shotgun (fired into the air; pointed at officers) |
| Officers | Two officers involved; ~6 years of service each; no injuries |
| Prior calls to residence | Seven calls since January 1, 2025 |
| City 2025 shootings | 11th officer-involved shooting in 2025; second fatal in less than a week |
Timeline
| Date/Time | Event | Status / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Earlier on Aug 29, 2025 | Altercation between man and two drivers | Reported; drivers cooperating |
| Shortly before 10:30 a.m. | Man retrieved shotgun and fired multiple shots into the air | Witness reports; police statements |
| ~10:30 a.m., Aug 29, 2025 | Officers arrived; man pointed shotgun at officers | Police response; officers returned fire |
| Immediately after | Man pronounced dead at scene; no officers injured | Police statement; investigation ongoing |
Simple visual statistics
Officer-involved shootings in San Antonio, 2025 (to date)
Disturbance calls to the residence since Jan 1, 2025
This report will be updated as investigators release additional facts, forensic results and any applicable disciplinary or legal findings.
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Additional Resources
- KSAT News: San Antonio Police Investigating Shooting
- Wikipedia: San Antonio Police Department
- KENS 5: Officer-Involved Shooting on North Cherry Street
- Google Search: San Antonio Officer-Involved Shooting
- Express News: Officer-Involved Shooting on East Side
- Google Scholar: Officer Involved Shootings
- News 4: Gunshots Heard at East Side San Antonio Home
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Officer Involved Shootings
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- Google News: San Antonio Police
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