San Antonio, August 30, 2025
News Summary
San Antonio police officers shot and killed a 41-year-old man following a traffic altercation and shotgun incident. The man fired multiple rounds into the air before pointing his weapon at officers. The incident occurred in the 800 block of North Cherry Street, where police closed off local traffic during their response. No officers were injured, and the investigation is ongoing. This shooting marks the 11th officer-involved shooting for the San Antonio Police Department this year.
San Antonio
Police shoot and kill 41-year-old man after shotgun firing following traffic altercation
San Antonio police officers fatally shot a 41-year-old man on the morning of Friday, August 29, 2025, after the man fired a shotgun into the air and then pointed the weapon at officers, according to police. The shooting occurred in the 800 block of North Cherry Street, east of downtown, and the man died in his backyard. No officers were injured.
What happened
Officers were dispatched after reports of shots fired following a traffic-related confrontation involving three drivers. After an initial altercation, one driver followed the others and returned to his home in the 800 block of North Cherry Street. The man retrieved a shotgun from his residence and fired multiple rounds into the air. When officers arrived, the man pointed the shotgun at them, and responding officers fired at the individual. The exact number of rounds fired by officers has not been released. The man was alone at his home during the incident and died in his backyard.
Immediate details and response
Police closed at least two blocks to local traffic as part of the response. The other drivers involved in the earlier roadway altercation are cooperating with investigators. Officers involved in the shooting were not injured; each has approximately six years of service with the San Antonio Police Department (SAPD). Police described the information released so far as preliminary and said the investigation is ongoing.
Additional facts and neighborhood context
The man who was shot had a record of prior calls for service to his home in 2025, with seven calls logged for that address and two of those listed as disturbance-related. A local resident who witnessed the event reported hearing multiple gunshots and said the man had been experiencing difficulties prior to the incident. San Antonio police have not released the identity of the man pending family notification and further investigation.
Broader context within SAPD activity
This shooting marks the 11th officer-involved shooting involving SAPD personnel so far in 2025, and it is the second officer-involved fatality to occur in less than a week. Authorities have not indicated whether any departmental or external review has been opened specifically in this case beyond standard investigative procedures.
Ongoing investigation
The San Antonio Police Department has said the matter is under active investigation. Details released to the public are preliminary and subject to change as investigators review evidence, body-worn camera footage if available, witness statements, and other materials. No charges or further administrative actions have been announced at this time.
What residents should know
The area east of downtown around North Cherry Street saw a temporary police presence and street closures related to the response. Authorities continue to ask anyone with information about the traffic altercation or the shooting to contact investigators. No additional public safety alerts have been issued related to the incident as of the preliminary report.
Key features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday morning, August 29, 2025 |
| Location | 800 block of North Cherry Street, east of downtown San Antonio |
| Victim | 41-year-old man (died in backyard) |
| Weapon used | Shotgun (fired multiple rounds into the air; then pointed at officers) |
| Officers involved | Multiple officers; none injured; approximately six years of service each |
| Calls to home in 2025 | Seven calls, including two disturbance-related |
| SAPD shootings in 2025 | 11th officer-involved shooting; second fatality in less than a week |
| Investigation | Ongoing; information preliminary and subject to change |
Timeline
| Date / Time | Event | Status / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Morning, Aug. 29, 2025 | Traffic altercation involving three drivers | Reported; other drivers cooperating |
| Shortly after | One driver followed others and returned home | Reported; part of police account |
| Morning, Aug. 29, 2025 | Man retrieved a shotgun and fired multiple rounds into the air | Reported by police |
| Upon police arrival | Man pointed shotgun at officers; officers fired | Reported; number of police shots unknown |
| Morning, Aug. 29, 2025 | Man died in his backyard; officers not injured | Reported; investigation ongoing |
| After incident | Police shut down at least two blocks for response | Reported; local traffic affected |
Statistics and visual summary
Officer-involved shootings in 2025 (SAPD):
Officer-involved fatalities in recent week:
Calls to victim’s home in 2025:
FAQ
What happened in San Antonio on August 29, 2025?
Police shot and killed a 41-year-old man after he fired multiple rounds from a shotgun into the air and then pointed the weapon at officers. The shooting happened in the 800 block of North Cherry Street and the man died in his backyard. The exact number of shots fired by officers has not been released.
Where did the incident occur?
The incident occurred in the 800 block of North Cherry Street, east of downtown San Antonio.
Were any officers injured?
No officers were injured. Each involved officer has approximately six years of service.
Was the man armed and did he fire?
Yes. The man retrieved a shotgun from his home, fired multiple rounds into the air, and later pointed the shotgun at arriving officers.
Are there prior police calls to the man’s home?
Yes. There were seven calls for service to the man’s home in 2025, including two disturbance-related calls.
Is the investigation complete?
No. The investigation is ongoing and the information released so far is preliminary and subject to change.
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