Bodycam Video Shows SAPD Shooting Armed, Wanted Man On San Antonio's West Side
San Antonio Police Department released body-worn camera footage showing an officer shooting a suspect during a West Side foot pursuit on May 29, 2026 after the suspect allegedly produced a handgun; the suspect, Hector Carreno, was wounded and later charged.
San Antonio Police Critical Incident Video Release: 3100 Vera Cruz
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On May 29, 2026, SAPD officers pursued a wanted man on San Antonio's West Side. In the pursuit near the 2900 block of Chihuahua Street (near Our Lady of the Lake University), the suspect, Hector Carreno, reportedly drew a handgun. Officer Matthew Kory pursued Carreno and fired four times; Carreno was struck twice and hospitalized. Authorities recovered a handgun at the scene. Carreno, 31, faced charges including evading arrest, unlawful possession of firearm by a felon, and aggravated assault against a public servant. No officers or bystanders were reported injured. SAPD released a critical-incident body camera video of the event on June 26, 2026, per department policy to share such footage in appropriate cases.
Agency Statement / Official Release
At 1:24 p.m., a call came out at the 2900 block of Chihuahua St. for a Wanted Individual with felony warrants. When officers arrived, the suspect ran from officers and was shot during the chase. A handgun was recovered in the same location where the suspect was shot. The 31-year-old male suspect was transported to the hospital. The officer involved has under 2 years of service with the San Antonio Police Department, as listed below. The SAPD Shooting Team and the Internal Affairs Unit will conduct separate but concurrent inquiries. As with all officer involved shootings, the District Attorney’s Office is reviewing this incident.
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| Agency press release / official statement | Available | San Antonio Police Department | San Antonio Police Critical Incident Video Release: 3100 Vera Cruz |
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