BEXAR COUNTY, TX – A routine eviction on December 9, 2025, nearly turned deadly when Bexar County Precinct 4 Deputy Constables were met with armed resistance from a barricaded tenant. This is an update to the shooting reported by Sheriff Salazar.  The incident unfolded at an apartment complex located at 535 Gembler Road, where deputies were serving a court-ordered Writ of Possession.

Before attempting contact, apartment management warned deputies that the tenant was known to be violent, potentially armed, and had a history of dangerous behavior. With this information, deputies took additional safety precautions, preparing for the possibility of resistance.

Multiple attempts to contact the tenant failed, including phone calls and verbal commands. When deputies tried to gain entry, the suspect refused to comply and barricaded himself inside the apartment. Once deputies breached the door in accordance with the court order, the tenant immediately opened fire, striking one deputy in the chest. Fortunately, the deputy’s ballistic body armor prevented penetration, and he sustained no injuries.

The suspect continued to fire inside the apartment, forcing deputies to reposition to a secure location on the third-floor corridor. Additional resources were requested, and specialized tactical teams from the San Antonio Police Department SWAT, Texas Department of Public Safety, Bexar County Sheriff’s Office, and Bexar County Precinct 3 Constable’s Office responded to contain the situation.

After a coordinated tactical response, deputies were able to safely remove the suspect from the apartment. No deputies or bystanders were injured during the standoff.

The suspect now faces multiple serious charges, including Attempted Capital Murder and eight counts of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon.

Constable Kathryn Brown praised the swift response and collaboration of the various law enforcement agencies involved, stating, “Their professionalism, coordination, and bravery were instrumental in bringing this dangerous incident to a safe resolution.”

Brown also emphasized that forced evictions are always a last resort. Deputies first attempt voluntary compliance, explain the court’s order, and provide access to community resources such as rental assistance or legal support when appropriate. “Our priority is the safety of both our deputies and the community,” she said.