San Antonio, October 13, 2025
News Summary
A suspect has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting at a gas station in San Antonio that left 36-year-old Ricardo Contreras dead. The incident occurred just before 3 a.m. at a Chevron location, where Contreras was shot in the head while trying to flee. Authorities have charged 40-year-old Richardo Michael Haymon with murder after initial investigations revealed shell casings in the area and evidence linking him to the crime. Police continue their investigation to corroborate witness accounts and gather forensic evidence.
San Antonio
A suspect has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting at a gas station in San Antonio. The incident left one man dead and prompted an immediate police investigation at the scene just before 3 a.m.
Key details
The shooting occurred just before 3 a.m. at the Chevron located on Historic Old Highway 90 and South Acme Road.
The victim, identified as 36-year-old Ricardo Contreras, was shot while attempting to flee towards the store’s front door.
When officers arrived, they found Contreras had been shot once in the head and he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigation findings
An initial investigation revealed two shell casings in the parking lot north of the gas station and three more casings to the east. Police examined the scene and collected evidence from multiple points in the lot.
Contreras’ vehicle, which was found riddled with bullets, was registered to his mother. Authorities noted the vehicle showed extensive damage from gunfire but confirmed Contreras was unarmed during the incident.
The woman who called 9-1-1 was dating Contreras at the time of the shooting. She reported seeing Contreras after he had been shot but left the scene and contacted emergency services.
Suspect background and charges
The caller had previously reported a family violence case in June and named the suspect, Richardo Michael Haymon, as her ex-boyfriend who assaulted her. According to the investigation notes, the woman said Haymon and Contreras had argued in the past.
The woman claimed that Haymon and Contreras had previous arguments before the shooting incident. During the incident at the gas station parking lot, authorities say the confrontation escalated into gunfire.
During the altercation, Haymon allegedly pulled out a gun and opened fire on Contreras while the woman was talking to him in the gas station’s parking lot. After the shooting, the woman reported seeing Contreras on the ground before fleeing the scene.
It was confirmed that Contreras was unarmed during the incident.
Richardo Michael Haymon, 40 years old, is facing charges of murder following his arrest. Law enforcement completed an arrest following its initial investigation and evidence collection at the scene.
What happened at the scene
Officers located multiple shell casings and the victim near the store front. Medical responders pronounced the victim dead at the scene after officers arrived. The caller who reported the incident left the area after seeing the victim on the ground, and investigators have treated her statements as part of the evidence-gathering process.
Next steps
Police continue to process forensic evidence from the vehicle and parking lot. The investigation is focused on corroborating witness accounts, forensics tied to the shell casings and vehicle damage, and the sequence of events leading up to the shooting. Charging documents list murder charges against the arrested suspect.
Background context
Incidents of gun violence often require immediate evidence collection and witness interviews to establish the sequence of events and corroborate claims. In this case, investigators examined the vehicle, collected shell casings from two distinct locations in the parking lot, and reviewed prior reports involving the parties named in the incident report.
Key facts (verbatim)
A suspect has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting at a gas station in San Antonio.
The shooting occurred just before 3 a.m. at the Chevron located on Historic Old Highway 90 and South Acme Road.
The victim, identified as 36-year-old Ricardo Contreras, was shot while attempting to flee towards the store’s front door.
An initial investigation revealed two shell casings in the parking lot north of the gas station and three more casings to the east.
Contreras’ vehicle, which was found riddled with bullets, was registered to his mother.
The woman who called 9-1-1 was dating Contreras at the time of the shooting.
The caller had previously reported a family violence case in June and named the suspect, Richardo Michael Haymon, as her ex-boyfriend who assaulted her.
The woman claimed that Haymon and Contreras had previous arguments before the shooting incident.
During the altercation, Haymon allegedly pulled out a gun and opened fire on Contreras while the woman was talking to him in the gas station’s parking lot.
After the shooting, the woman reported seeing Contreras on the ground before fleeing the scene.
It was confirmed that Contreras was unarmed during the incident.
Richardo Michael Haymon, 40 years old, is facing charges of murder following his arrest.
FAQ
Was a suspect arrested in connection with the shooting?
A suspect has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting at a gas station in San Antonio.
Where and when did the shooting occur?
The shooting occurred just before 3 a.m. at the Chevron located on Historic Old Highway 90 and South Acme Road.
Who was the victim and what happened to him?
The victim, identified as 36-year-old Ricardo Contreras, was shot while attempting to flee towards the store’s front door.
What did the initial investigation reveal about shell casings?
An initial investigation revealed two shell casings in the parking lot north of the gas station and three more casings to the east.
Whose vehicle was involved and what condition was it in?
Contreras’ vehicle, which was found riddled with bullets, was registered to his mother.
Who called 9-1-1 and what is known about prior incidents?
The woman who called 9-1-1 was dating Contreras at the time of the shooting.
Was there a prior family violence report involving the suspect?
The caller had previously reported a family violence case in June and named the suspect, Richardo Michael Haymon, as her ex-boyfriend who assaulted her.
Were there previous arguments between the parties?
The woman claimed that Haymon and Contreras had previous arguments before the shooting incident.
What happened during the altercation at the gas station?
During the altercation, Haymon allegedly pulled out a gun and opened fire on Contreras while the woman was talking to him in the gas station’s parking lot.
Did the caller see what happened after the shooting?
After the shooting, the woman reported seeing Contreras on the ground before fleeing the scene.
Was the victim armed?
It was confirmed that Contreras was unarmed during the incident.
What charges does the suspect face?
Richardo Michael Haymon, 40 years old, is facing charges of murder following his arrest.
Key features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | Chevron on Historic Old Highway 90 and South Acme Road, San Antonio |
| Time | Just before 3 a.m. |
| Victim | 36-year-old Ricardo Contreras |
| Suspect | Richardo Michael Haymon, 40 years old |
| Charges | Murder |
| Shell casings found | Two north, three east (total 5) |
| Vehicle | Registered to victim’s mother; found riddled with bullets |
Timeline
| Date / Time | Event | Status / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Just before 3 a.m. | The shooting occurred at the Chevron on Historic Old Highway 90 and South Acme Road. | Initial report |
| Shortly after | Caller reported seeing Contreras on the ground and called 9-1-1. | 911 call |
| On arrival | Officers found Contreras shot once in the head; pronounced dead at the scene. | On-scene police |
| Initial investigation | Two shell casings found north of the station and three found east of the station; vehicle found riddled with bullets. | Investigators |
| Subsequent | Suspect Richardo Michael Haymon arrested and charged with murder. | Arrest report |
Simple charts
Shell casings distribution (north vs east)
Incident outcome (counts)
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