SAN ANTONIO – Two men were shot on the Southwest Side during what investigators said began as an online meetup to sell jewelry before turning into an attempted robbery.
San Antonio police responded to the shooting just before 7:30 p.m. Wednesday in the 100 block of Baywell Drive, which is located east of Southwest Loop 410 near Springvale Drive.
When the two men arrived, three suspects walked up to the victims’ vehicle and demanded money, police said in a preliminary report released Thursday morning.
At least one of the suspects drew a weapon and opened fire on the victims. One of the men, who authorities said was also armed, drew his weapon and fired back at the suspects.
A man between 60 to 65 years old was originally taken to a hospital in critical condition. Police said the man sustained multiple gunshot wounds, including an apparent wound to the head.
Another man in his 20s was also hospitalized, police said. Both victims were transported to a local hospital for further treatment. Investigators believe the victims are related.
The suspects were last seen fleeing from the scene on foot, police said Thursday. At this time, no arrests have been made.
SAPD said its investigation is ongoing.
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