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2 officers shoot, kill man who police say lunged at them with knife in San Marcos
By Gabby Jimenez, Sonia DeHaro, Andrea K. Moreno, Pachatta Pope, Jarryd Luna at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 27, 2026
· 2 min read
Police officers shot and killed a man in San Marcos on Friday after he allegedly lunged at an officer with a knife at an apartment complex, according to San Marcos Police Chief Stan Standridge.During a Saturday afternoon news conference, Standridge said Thomas Anthony Hawkins III, 25, was shot by...
Key takeaway During a Saturday afternoon news conference, Standridge said Thomas Anthony Hawkins III, 25, was shot by two officers multiple times.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The shooting involving a San Marcos police officer raises concerns about public safety in the surrounding areas, including San Antonio . Given the proximity of San Marcos to San Antonio, it's likely that some residents may have ties to both communities, potentially impacting local perceptions of law enforcement. This incident may also lead to increased scrutiny of police protocols and training in the region. As the investigation unfolds, San Antonio residents will be watching to see how the situation is handled and what measures are taken to ensure officer and public safety. The fact that authorities have stated there is no threat to the public suggests a level of containment, but the incident still warrants attention from local leaders and the community. San Antonio's own recent experiences with police-involved shootings will likely inform the discussion around this incident.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Police officers shot and killed a man in San Marcos on Friday after he allegedly lunged at an officer with a knife at an apartment complex, according to San Marcos Police Chief Stan Standridge.During a Saturday afternoon news conference, Standridge said Thomas Anthony Hawkins III, 25, was shot by...
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