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Man accused in Stone Oak murder-suicide faced additional domestic violence charges, records show
By Erica Hernandez, Luis Cienfuegos, Nate Kotisso at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 24, 2026
· 4 min read
New court records reveal that a man accused of killing his estranged wife, shooting a San Antonio police officer and dying by suicide faced additional felony domestic violence charges in the months leading up to June 19’s deadly confrontation.The records show Albert Nixon Richter IV, 44, was arre...
Key takeaway ‘You’re going to see your mom tonight’According to an arrest affidavit, Brianna Richter, 40, contacted police in April and reported that her husband of eleven-and-a-half years, Albert, had assaulted her.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The revelation of additional felony domestic violence charges against Albert Nixon Richter IV raises questions about the effectiveness of the bond conditions set in his case. Despite being prohibited from contacting his estranged wife and possessing firearms, Richter was still able to carry out the tragic events of June 19. This incident highlights the need for a re-examination of the bond process in domestic violence cases, particularly when there is a history of violent behavior. In Bexar County, where San Antonio is located, law enforcement and the courts must work together to ensure that those accused of domestic violence are held to stricter standards, and that victims are provided with adequate protection. The fact that Brianna Richter feared for her life and the safety of their children, yet still faced danger, underscores the urgency of this issue in the San Antonio community.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? New court records reveal that a man accused of killing his estranged wife, shooting a San Antonio police officer and dying by suicide faced additional felony domestic violence charges in the months leading up to June 19’s deadly confrontation.The records show Albert Nixon Richter IV, 44, was arre...
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