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Bexar County Sheriff's Office begins investigation into suspected murder-suicide
By Nate Kotisso, Hannah Gonzales, Ricardo Moreno at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 4, 2026
· 1 min read
The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said it is investigating the events that led up to a suspected murder-suicide. A BCSO spokesperson told KSAT that a male and female were both found dead of gunshot wounds Friday night in southwest Bexar County. In a statement, BCSO said Sheriff Javier Salazar is ...
Key takeaway A BCSO spokesperson told KSAT that a male and female were both found dead of gunshot wounds Friday night in southwest Bexar County.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The suspected murder-suicide in southwest Bexar County raises concerns about the availability of mental health resources in rural areas of the county. As the investigation unfolds, residents may be wondering what support systems are in place for individuals struggling with mental health issues or thoughts of suicide. The Bexar County Sheriff's Office will likely face questions about whether there were any prior interactions with the individuals involved or if there were any warning signs that may have been missed. The fact that local organizations such as the National Alliance of Mental Illness and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention have established a presence in the area suggests that there is a recognition of the need for these services. However, the incident may prompt a re-examination of how effectively these resources are being utilized and whether more needs to be done to reach vulnerable populations in outlying areas of the county.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said it is investigating the events that led up to a suspected murder-suicide. A BCSO spokesperson told KSAT that a male and female were both found dead of gunshot wounds Friday night in southwest Bexar County. In a statement, BCSO said Sheriff Javier Salazar is ...
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