A tragic incident unfolded on Monday in a residential neighborhood on the far Northwest Side, as a 4-year-old boy lost his life after being shot inside a home. The incident, which occurred around 3 p.m. on the 10200 block of Windstone Creek, sparked a homicide investigation that extended into the evening hours.
Upon arrival at the scene, authorities discovered the wounded child inside the residence. He was immediately rushed to a hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. The boy’s parents, the only adults present at the time of the incident, were detained for questioning by the San Antonio Police. A handgun, believed to be the weapon involved in the shooting, was recovered from the home.
Detectives are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting, trying to ascertain whether it was an accident or a deliberate act. As part of their investigation, they are processing the scene, interviewing witnesses, and examining physical evidence and multiple 911 call recordings to establish a clear timeline of events.
The police were initially alerted to the incident by two separate calls reporting a gunshot. One call was made from inside the house, while the other came from an individual outside. Upon entering the house, officers found the child’s father, a man in his 50s, attempting to administer lifesaving measures. The boy was then transported by medics to a nearby hospital. Both parents were subsequently taken to a police facility.
The exact details of the incident remain unclear. The police have not yet disclosed where the handgun was found inside the residence or who its owner is. As of Monday night, no charges had been filed. It is still unknown whether the firearm was discharged by a child or an adult.
As part of their ongoing investigation, detectives plan to speak with neighbors and review any prior calls for service made to the address. The neighborhood, a cluster of single-family homes near commuter routes on the city’s edge, was quickly cordoned off by police following the incident. Residents reported a swift and heavy police response, with crime scene technicians and supervisors working into the evening.
The investigation is following standard procedure, which includes identifying all individuals present, separating them for interviews, and comparing their statements against 911 recordings and physical evidence. Detectives are also seeking any home security video that might provide additional insights. The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office will conduct an autopsy to determine the exact cause and manner of death.
The identity of the child has not been publicly disclosed. This information will be released once the medical examiner confirms the boy’s identity and next of kin notifications are complete. The investigation remains active, with police maintaining a perimeter around the residence as they continue to collect evidence.