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Man accused of pointing sword at former partner in Von Ormy, BCSO says
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Katrina Webber, Spencer Heath , KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 20, 2026
· 1 min read
The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office said a man pointed a sword at a former partner and attempted to kidnap her. Oscar Alberto Ibana, 62, was arrested and charged with attempting to commit a kidnapping, court records show. The charge is considered a state jail felony. According to a preliminary repo...
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Key takeaway Oscar Alberto Ibana, 62, was arrested and charged with attempting to commit a kidnapping, court records show.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The incident in Von Ormy raises concerns about domestic violence in Bexar County, where law enforcement has seen a steady stream of cases involving former partners. Sunday's events, in which a 62-year-old man allegedly wielded a sword and attempted to kidnap his former partner, demonstrate the potential for volatile situations to escalate quickly. The fact that deputies were able to respond swiftly and detain the suspect before anyone was harmed is a testament to the importance of prompt emergency response in such situations. As the case against Oscar Alberto Ibana moves forward, it will be worth watching how the county's justice system handles the charges, particularly given the severity of the alleged offense. A state jail felony conviction can carry significant penalties, and the $4,000 bond set for Ibana suggests that the court is taking the matter seriously.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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