Off-Duty Officer Involved in North Side Shooting After Alleged Driving Confrontation
An off-duty San Antonio police officer shot a man on the North Side following an alleged aggressive driving confrontation that escalated into a vehicle pursuit. The incident occurred around 5 p.m. Saturday near Northeast Loop 410 and Airport Boulevard, where…
San Antonio, TX, August 23, 2026 —
An off-duty San Antonio police officer discharged a firearm, striking a man on Saturday evening following an alleged aggressive driving incident that led to a pursuit. The event took place in the vicinity of Northeast Loop 410 and Airport Boulevard at approximately 5 p.m.
According to the officer’s statement, the confrontation began with aggressive driving. The situation escalated when the suspect reportedly initiated a pursuit of the off-duty officer. The chase culminated when the suspect allegedly cut across traffic and collided with another vehicle.
The officer reported firing his weapon amid the encounter, stating that he believed the suspect was reaching for a weapon. Details regarding the suspect’s specific actions leading to this belief were not immediately available.
The individual who sustained injuries in the shooting later sought medical attention. He was subsequently admitted to a local hospital and is being treated for injuries that are not considered life-threatening. Further details about his condition were not provided.
The San Antonio Police Department’s involvement and any ongoing investigation into the incident were not specified in the provided information. The exact sequence of events and the identities of those involved beyond the off-duty officer status were not disclosed.
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