San Antonio Police Investigate Murder-Suicide Incident

San Antonio: Police Investigate Apparent Murder-Suicide Between Father and Son

Two men were found dead in an apparent murder-suicide Sunday morning on San Antonio’s south side, and the San Antonio Police Department is treating the scene as a homicide investigation.

The incident occurred at about 8:20 a.m. in the 12200 block of Dewitt Avenue near Blue Wing Road. A family member discovered the two men in the driveway with gunshot wounds. Police recovered a handgun next to the bodies, and initial indications point to one man fatally shooting the other before turning the weapon on himself.

What investigators have confirmed so far

Officials say the two deceased men are believed to be father and son. One man is described as being in his early 60s and the other in his early 30s. Crime Scene Investigators (CSI) processed the scene and collected evidence. The case is being handled as a homicide investigation while detectives work to establish a full timeline and motive.

The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office will confirm the identities of the deceased and the official causes of death after autopsy and toxicology testing. At this stage, investigators have not publicly confirmed which of the two was the initial shooter, and authorities continue to describe the situation as an active and developing investigation.

Ongoing investigation and public information

SAPD has labeled the matter a developing story and said further updates will be released as more information becomes available. There is no public indication of additional suspects or a broader threat to the neighborhood. Police presence and crime scene tape remained at the location while detectives and CSI personnel worked to document the scene and gather evidence.

Community and safety context

Investigators noted the incident represents a tragic family event that may involve issues of mental health. Public authorities encourage anyone who may be struggling or who needs immediate help to contact the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. Local resources and law enforcement stress that help is available for those in crisis.

What to expect next

Authorities will release the victims’ names and confirm causes of death after the Bexar County Medical Examiner completes its review. Detectives will continue interviews with family members, neighbors, and potential witnesses, and they will analyze forensic evidence collected by CSI to determine the sequence of events that led to the deaths.

The community is asked to avoid speculating about motive or the identities of those involved until officials provide formal confirmation. Anyone with information related to the case is asked to contact SAPD through its public tip channels as investigations proceed.