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SAPD: Person calls police on woman 'under the influence of inhalants' while caring for 5-year-old
By Nate Kotisso, Katrina Webber at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 8, 2026
· 2 min read
San Antonio police officers said they arrested a woman after she appeared to be on “inhalants” while caring for a 5-year-old boy on Monday afternoon. Victoria Lauren Sandoval, 35, was booked Tuesday morning into the Bexar County Adult Detention Center on a child endangerment charge, which is cons...
Key takeaway The person then called police after they went to Sandoval’s location in the 1300 block of Springvale Drive and saw that she “appeared to be under the influence of inhalants,” the report said.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The arrest of Victoria Lauren Sandoval on a child endangerment charge raises concerns about the well-being of vulnerable populations in San Antonio, particularly children with disabilities. The fact that the 5-year-old boy in her care uses a wheelchair and was found crying on the floor suggests a disturbing lack of supervision and care. This incident highlights the importance of community vigilance and the need for residents to look out for one another, especially when it comes to protecting children. The person who called police after observing Sandoval's behavior is a prime example of this, and their actions likely prevented further harm to the child. As the investigation continues, it will be crucial to determine what support systems are in place to prevent such incidents and ensure that children with disabilities receive the care and protection they deserve.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? San Antonio police officers said they arrested a woman after she appeared to be on “inhalants” while caring for a 5-year-old boy on Monday afternoon. Victoria Lauren Sandoval, 35, was booked Tuesday morning into the Bexar County Adult Detention Center on a child endangerment charge, which is cons...
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