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‘Get down’: Man recounts hearing gunshots while playing pickleball in Northwest Side neighborhood
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Olivia Dague, Adam Barraza , KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 24, 2026
· 3 min read
Neighbors in Stillwater Ranch are still shaken up about a shooting that sent bullets into homes and vehicles near a popular pickleball court. The shooting happened around 9:15 p.m. Tuesday in the 12600 block of Emmett Grove, where the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said gunfire was exchanged betwe...
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Key takeaway Tuesday in the 12600 block of Emmett Grove, where the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said gunfire was exchanged between two to three vehicles.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The shooting in Stillwater Ranch has raised concerns about safety in what was thought to be a quiet neighborhood. For residents who regularly use the pickleball courts, the incident is a stark reminder that violence can occur anywhere. The fact that bullets pierced homes and vehicles, and shell casings were found in yards, underscores the severity of the situation. As the Bexar County Sheriff's Office investigates, residents are left to wonder if this was an isolated incident or a sign of a larger problem. The impact on the community is already being felt, with some residents expressing unease about playing at the courts in the evening. The incident may also prompt the neighborhood to reexamine its safety measures and consider increased security or community watch programs to prevent similar incidents in the future. For now, residents like Henry Madrano IV are left to reassess their routines and consider safer alternatives.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Neighbors in Stillwater Ranch are still shaken up about a shooting that sent bullets into homes and vehicles near a popular pickleball court. The shooting happened around 9:15 p.m. Tuesday in the 12600 block of Emmett Grove, where the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said gunfire was exchanged betwe...
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