San Antonio, October 10, 2025
News Summary
A man was found dead with a gunshot wound to the head outside a West Side business in San Antonio. The victim, identified as 36-year-old Ricardo Contreras, was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators found his vehicle with bullet holes in the windshield and have started reviewing security camera footage for more information. The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office ruled the death a homicide, and currently, there are no suspects identified.
San Antonio
Man Found Dead with Gunshot Wound; Death Ruled a Homicide
A man was found dead with a gunshot wound to the head early Thursday outside a West Side business in San Antonio, authorities said. The victim was located on the ground in front of the store and was pronounced dead at the scene by Emergency Medical Services (EMS) officials. The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office later identified the man as 36-year-old Ricardo Contreras and ruled the death a homicide.
The incident occurred just before 3:00 a.m. in the 1200 block of Historic Old Highway 90 and Acme Road. Officers from the San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) responded to the scene and secured the area. A vehicle believed to belong to the victim was found with several bullet holes in the windshield. At this time, investigators have no information about a possible suspect.
What investigators are doing now
SAPD is expected to review security camera footage from the store to gather more information. Investigators are processing the scene, documenting physical evidence, and coordinating with the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office to confirm identification and cause of death. No suspect information has been released and there is no public description of a potential suspect.
Context and location details
The location of the incident—Historic Old Highway 90 and Acme Road—lies on the city’s West Side. The area includes a mix of commercial properties that remain open at various hours. Law enforcement routinely canvasses nearby businesses and reviews available surveillance footage in incidents that occur outside commercial establishments.
Public information and next steps
The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office completed the examination and reported the cause of death as a gunshot wound, with the manner of death ruled a homicide. SAPD has not announced any arrests or named any suspects. Members of the public who may have information about the incident are asked to contact the San Antonio Police Department through its non-emergency or tip lines.
Summary of key facts
This case remains under active investigation. The primary confirmed facts at this time are the location and timing of the discovery, the identification of the victim, the cause of death, the ruling of homicide by the medical examiner, evidence of gunfire to a vehicle believed to belong to the victim, and the absence of suspect information publicly available.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | 1200 block of Historic Old Highway 90 and Acme Road, West Side, San Antonio |
| Time | Just before 3:00 a.m., early Thursday |
| Victim | 36-year-old Ricardo Contreras |
| Cause of death | Gunshot wound to the head |
| Ruling | Homicide (Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office) |
| Scene evidence | Victim found on the ground in front of the store; vehicle believed to belong to the victim with several bullet holes in the windshield |
| Investigating agency | San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) |
Timeline
| Date/Time | Event | Status / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Early Thursday, just before 3:00 a.m. | A man was found dead with a gunshot wound to the head outside a West Side business in San Antonio. | Initial discovery; SAPD response |
| Shortly after discovery | Emergency Medical Services (EMS) officials pronounced the man dead at the scene. | On-scene medical response |
| Following on-scene processing | A vehicle believed to belong to the victim was found with several bullet holes in the windshield. | Scene evidence documented by investigators |
| Subsequent hours/days | The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the victim as 36-year-old Ricardo Contreras and ruled the death a homicide. | Medical examiner report |
| Ongoing | SAPD expected to review security camera footage from the store to gather more information; investigators have no information about a possible suspect at this time. | Active investigation |
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Reporting note
The information in this article is based on official statements and reports from responding authorities and the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office. The case is an active investigation; new information may become available as investigators review security camera footage and follow investigative leads.
FAQ
What happened?
A man was found dead with a gunshot wound to the head early Thursday outside a West Side business in San Antonio.
Where did the incident occur?
The incident occurred just before 3:00 a.m. in the 1200 block of Historic Old Highway 90 and Acme Road.
Who responded to the scene?
Officers from the San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) responded to the scene.
What was found at the scene?
The victim was found on the ground in front of the store.
Was the victim pronounced dead on site?
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) officials pronounced the man dead at the scene.
Was there evidence of gunfire to a vehicle?
A vehicle believed to belong to the victim was found with several bullet holes in the windshield.
Who was the victim?
The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office later identified the victim as 36-year-old Ricardo Contreras.
What was the cause and ruling of death?
Contreras died from a gunshot wound, and his death has been ruled a homicide by the medical examiner’s office.
Is there any suspect information?
Investigators have no information about a possible suspect at this time.
What investigative steps are being taken?
SAPD is expected to review security camera footage from the store to gather more information.
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