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‘It went from zero to 100′: Balcones Heights chief says after officers shoot, kill woman
Read full article: ‘It went from zero to 100′: Balcones Heights chief says after officers shoot, kill womanMarta Lamar Prater, 49, died Saturday night after being shot in the neck and head by a Balcones Heights police officer.
ME identifies woman killed by police after allegedly attacking officers with homemade weapons
Read full article: ME identifies woman killed by police after allegedly attacking officers with homemade weaponsA 49-year-old woman is dead after officers shot her on the inner Northwest Side, Balcones Heights police say.
Woman killed by police after attacking officers with homemade weapons, Balcones Heights police say
Read full article: Woman killed by police after attacking officers with homemade weapons, Balcones Heights police sayA 49-year-old woman is dead after officers shot her on the inner Northwest Side, Balcones Heights police say.
Balcones Heights Police Department looking into creating new policy after officer shoots, kills dog
Read full article: Balcones Heights Police Department looking into creating new policy after officer shoots, kills dogNearly a month after a Balcones Heights police officer shot and killed a dog, the department released body camera video of the moments that led up to the shooting.
Man arrested after police find multiple videos, photos of child porn on his phone, affidavit says
Read full article: Man arrested after police find multiple videos, photos of child porn on his phone, affidavit saysA San Antonio man was arrested Wednesday morning after police discovered several images and videos of child pornography on his cell phone.
Election results for New Braunfels, Boerne, Alamo Heights, Kerrville and other area cities for May 6, 2023
Read full article: Election results for New Braunfels, Boerne, Alamo Heights, Kerrville and other area cities for May 6, 2023Several cities and towns outside of San Antonio have local elections on May 6, including Alamo Heights, Balcones Heights, Boerne, Bulverde, Castle Hills, China Grove, Cibolo, Fair Oaks Ranch, Floresville, Garden Ridge, Grey Forest, Helotes, Hollywood Park, Kerrville, Kirby, Leon Valley, Live Oak, New Braunfels, St. Hedwig, Universal City and Von Ormy.
Small Bexar County cities work to target increasing crime spilling over from San Antonio
Read full article: Small Bexar County cities work to target increasing crime spilling over from San AntonioSome of San Antonio’s surrounding cities are seeing an increase in crime, with vehicle thefts and burglaries on the rise.
Bills filed to bring red light cameras to a full stop in Texas
Read full article: Bills filed to bring red light cameras to a full stop in TexasRep. Philip Cortez (D-San Antonio) and Sen. Jose Menendez (D-San Antonio) have filed identical bills in the Texas House and Senate to void any remaining contracts that violate the 2019 ban on red light cameras. Balcones Heights and Leon Valley are two of only three remaining cities that have them in Texas.
Abandoned dogs’ rescue delayed by legal red tape in Balcones Heights
Read full article: Abandoned dogs’ rescue delayed by legal red tape in Balcones HeightsThree dogs were left alone in an apartment for days with no sign of their owner. Neighbors at a Balcones heights apartment complex say they were concerned and took those issues to management.
Residents of Balcones Heights apartment complex evacuated after fire in first-floor apartment
Read full article: Residents of Balcones Heights apartment complex evacuated after fire in first-floor apartmentResidents of a Balcones Heights apartment complex were evacuated late Sunday following a fire in a first-story apartment, fire officials said.
Red light camera tickets and revenue rising in Balcones Heights, data shows
Read full article: Red light camera tickets and revenue rising in Balcones Heights, data showsAs the San Antonio area has grown, the number of tickets issued by Balcones Heights also increased — even in 2020, when fewer cars were on the road amid the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
5-year-old abandoned after relatives flee car crash along I-10 in Balcones Heights, police say
Read full article: 5-year-old abandoned after relatives flee car crash along I-10 in Balcones Heights, police sayA 5-year-old girl was abandoned by her relatives after they fled a car crash along Interstate 10 in Balcones Heights, according to police.
Balcones Heights seeks to improve pedestrian safety
Read full article: Balcones Heights seeks to improve pedestrian safetyThe Crossroads area in Balcones Heights is home to shopping centers, medical offices and a major transit hub. But officials say accessing those services can be difficult, even dangerous, if you’re a pedestrian.
San Antonio, Balcones Heights police investigating string of overnight robberies at convenience stores
Read full article: San Antonio, Balcones Heights police investigating string of overnight robberies at convenience storesSan Antonio police are investigating a string of overnight robberies that happened at convenience stores on the Northwest Side.
19-year-old breaking into cars arrested after short vehicle chase, crash, Balcones Heights police chief says
Read full article: 19-year-old breaking into cars arrested after short vehicle chase, crash, Balcones Heights police chief saysA 19-year-old has been arrested by Balcones Heights police after he was found breaking into cars in a hotel parking lot and then led officers on a short vehicle chase early Wednesday morning.
City of Balcones Heights looks to bring in more revenue with proposed business partnership
Read full article: City of Balcones Heights looks to bring in more revenue with proposed business partnershipThe City of Balcones Heights is landlocked and limited in how it can bring in tax revenue, but city leaders are exploring a plan that would help bring stability and secure its independence in the future.
Brothers indicted in shooting of Balcones Heights Police Officer
Read full article: Brothers indicted in shooting of Balcones Heights Police OfficerTwo brothers who led Bexar County deputies on a manhunt that crossed into Mexico were indicted earlier this week in connection with the shooting of a Balcones Heights police officer, according to the Bexar County District Attorney’s Office.
Balcones Heights sergeant critically injured in shooting is now recovering at home
Read full article: Balcones Heights sergeant critically injured in shooting is now recovering at homeBALCONES HEIGHTS – A sergeant with the Balcones Heights Police Department is still recovering from his injuries after he was shot while responding to a car burglary last month. As the sergeant approached a car with three suspects inside, it was just moments later when he got into a physical struggle with the driver. During the struggle, Sgt. Ortiz assessed the sergeant’s injuries, put him the car and took him to the hospital. Sepulveda is now recovering at home after spending nearly a month hospitalized.
‘Well, we got him’: Suspect accused of shooting Balcones Heights police officer in custody, Salazar says
Read full article: ‘Well, we got him’: Suspect accused of shooting Balcones Heights police officer in custody, Salazar saysSAN ANTONIO – A suspect accused of shooting a Balcones Heights police officer earlier this week is now in custody, according to Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar. “It would chill your blood to hear the lack of emotion to hear him describe [the shooting],” Salazar said. RELATED: Suspect linked to Balcones Heights police shooting in Bexar County custody, sheriff saysAdWilfredo is accused of shooting Balcones Heights Police Sergeant Joey Sepulveda and Sijifredo is suspected of driving the getaway car, officials said. From left: Sijifredo Montemayor and Wilfredo Montemayor. RELATED: Suspect accused in shooting of Balcones Heights officer believed to be in custody in Mexico, sheriff says
Suspect linked to Balcones Heights police shooting in Bexar County custody, sheriff says
Read full article: Suspect linked to Balcones Heights police shooting in Bexar County custody, sheriff saysSAN ANTONIO – One of two suspects wanted in connection with the shooting of a Balcones Heights police officer is now in Bexar County custody, according to Sheriff Javier Salazar. Salazar held a briefing Friday about the extradition of Sijifredo Montemayor, 30, who will be charged with attempted capital murder. Sijifredo Montemayor is suspected of driving the getaway car after his brother, Wilfredo Montemayor, shot Balcones Heights Police Sergeant Joey Sepulveda, officials said. In Spanish, Sijifredo Montemayor said that he is praying for Sepulveda’s recovery. Though Sijifredo was caught in Mexico, Salazar said Wilfredo Montemayor is believed to still be in the San Antonio area.
Suspect accused in shooting of Balcones Heights officer believed to be in custody in Mexico, sheriff says
Read full article: Suspect accused in shooting of Balcones Heights officer believed to be in custody in Mexico, sheriff saysSAN ANTONIO – One of the suspects involved in the shooting of a Balcones Heights police officer is believed to be in custody in Mexico, Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar said Thursday night. ‘Turn yourselves in’: Sheriff identifies brothers accused of shooting Balcones Heights police officerWilfredo Montemayor, 27, and his brother Sijifredo Montemayor, 30, are facing charges for attempted capital murder. He said the BCSO has not verified if Sijifredo Montemayor is actually in custody. Some family members were taken into custody, but Salazar says it’s unclear if they will face any charges. Officials are still trying to figure out if any family members who lived in the home helped Sijifredo Montemayor escape to Mexico.
‘Turn yourselves in’: Sheriff identifies brothers accused of shooting Balcones Heights police officer
Read full article: ‘Turn yourselves in’: Sheriff identifies brothers accused of shooting Balcones Heights police officerBALCONES HEIGHTS, Texas – Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar identified two suspects Thursday morning wanted in connection with the shooting of a Balcones Heights police sergeant. Wilfredo Montemayor, 27, and his brother Sijifredo Montemayor, 30, are wanted for attempted capital murder. AdPictures of the two men believed to be involved in the shooting were also released Wednesday night. Sijifredo Montemayor, 30, is wanted for attempted capital murder. Wilfredo Montemayor, 27, is wanted for attempted capital murder.
Sheriff’s briefing on shooting of Balcones Heights police officer
Read full article: Sheriff’s briefing on shooting of Balcones Heights police officerBALCONES HEIGHTS, Texas – Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar will hold a briefing Thursday shortly after 10 a.m. about the investigation into the shooting of a Balcones Heights police officer. Pictures of the two men believed to be involved in the shooting of Sgt. One of the suspects is believed to be the driver of a Ford pickup. He is 5 feet, 10 inches tall and weighs 150 pounds. They gunned down this officer very much in cold blood,” the sheriff said.
Officer’s quick thinking offers hope that Balcones Heights police sergeant will survive shootout
Read full article: Officer’s quick thinking offers hope that Balcones Heights police sergeant will survive shootoutBALCONES HEIGHTS, Texas – The city of Balcones Heights is holding out hope that one of their police officers will pull through after he was shot several times Wednesday afternoon answering an auto burglary call. Ortiz has been with BHPD for a short period of time, but has five years of EMS experience, said Balcones Heights Mayor Suzanne de Leon. “I believe because of the quick action of Officer Ortiz, [Sgt. He is president of the Balcones Heights Police Union Association and sits on the Board of Directors for the Texas Municipal Police Association. The Bexar County Sheriff's Office put out an advisory for this suspect involved in the shooting of a Balcones Heights police officer.
Photos released of Balcones Heights police shooting suspects
Read full article: Photos released of Balcones Heights police shooting suspectsBALCONES HEIGHTS, Texas – The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office late Wednesday night released pictures of two men they believe were involved in the shooting of a Balcones Heights police officer. One of the suspects is believed to be the driver of a Ford pickup. He is 5 feet, 10 inches tall and weighs 150 pounds. He is 5 feet, 11 inches tall and weighs 150 pounds. “The backseat shooter looked at him in the eye and shot him point blank … in the upper body.”Salazar said the suspect shot at Sepulveda up to eight more times as he was running for cover.
BCSO searching for man tied to shooting of Balcones Heights police officer
Read full article: BCSO searching for man tied to shooting of Balcones Heights police officerThe Bexar County Sheriff's Office put out an advisory for this suspect involved in the shooting of a Balcones Heights police officer. SAN ANTONIO – The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man believed to be involved in the shooting of a Balcones Heights police officer on Wednesday afternoon. The Balcones Heights Police Department confirmed that a sergeant was shot during an incident on Wednesday. Surveillance images released by the sheriff’s office show a man in a Manu Ginobli jersey and dark pants carrying a bag. Anyone with information on the identity or location of the man is asked to call BCSO at 210-335-6000.
Balcones Heights police officer critically wounded, suspects sought following shooting at apartment complex
Read full article: Balcones Heights police officer critically wounded, suspects sought following shooting at apartment complexBALCONES HEIGHTS, Texas – A sergeant with the Balcones Heights Police Department was critically wounded after he was shot Wednesday afternoon in the parking lot of an apartment complex, officials said. Joey Sepulveda was undergoing surgery at Brooke Army Medical Center for wounds in the neck and shoulder, Balcones Heights Mayor Suzanne DeLeon said. At least three suspects are being sought in connection with the shooting. The Bexar County Sheriff's Office put out an advisory for this suspect involved in the shooting of a Balcones Heights police officer. “My hat is off to that secondary officer,” Salazar said.
New San Antonio store offering Black Friday deals for $7 or less gets grand opening date
Read full article: New San Antonio store offering Black Friday deals for $7 or less gets grand opening dateA brand new store called Black Friday Deals has people lining up outside the door every morning. BALCONES HEIGHTS, Texas – Black Friday Deals and Discount Store in San Antonio has officially set a grand opening date for this Friday, Jan. 22. The popular Black Friday Deals store in Houston announced its second location in the San Antonio area in December. According to KPRC, the items at the Houston location are mostly overstock or returned items and the new location is expected to be stocked with the same type of merchandise. The price of items changes every day, according to the day of the week.
New San Antonio store offers Black Friday deals every day for $7 or less
Read full article: New San Antonio store offers Black Friday deals every day for $7 or lessBALCONES HEIGHTS, Texas – The popular Black Friday Deals store in Houston is about to get a second location in the San Antonio area. Black Friday Deals is a new store that will be located at 100 Crossroads Boulevard in Balcones Heights, an incorporated area within the city limits of San Antonio. The price of items changes every day, according to the day of the week. Posted by Black Friday Deals Houston on Friday, September 25, 2020An official with the San Antonio location said on Facebook that all products are allowed to be inspected and tested by customers before purchase to see if the item works. This will be the second Black Friday Deals store in Texas.
Chief: Man shot in leg by Balcones Heights officer after he ‘made a sudden movement’ to grab pipe
Read full article: Chief: Man shot in leg by Balcones Heights officer after he ‘made a sudden movement’ to grab pipeSAN ANTONIO – A man was shot by a Balcones Heights police officer Thursday morning after he displayed what they believed was a gun. Balcones Heights Police Chief John Jahanara said at the scene that the man was shot in the leg after he appeared to reach for a makeshift piece of pipe that appeared to officers to resemble a gun. When two officers arrived, the man wedged himself in between two vehicles in an effort to avoid police, Jahanara said. The two officers fired about five rounds when the man “made a sudden movement to grab a weapon,” Jahanara said. One Balcones Heights police officer involved in the shooting is a veteran of about 18 years, and the other has been on the force for about nine years, Jahanara said.
Chief: 1 man shot by Balcones Heights police
Read full article: Chief: 1 man shot by Balcones Heights policeChief: 1 man shot by Balcones Heights policePublished: September 17, 2020, 10:08 amOne person was shot by Balcones Heights police officers after he refused to put his hands up and reached for what they thought was a pipe, the chief says.
Man charged with murder in fatal shooting of 16-year-old girl in Balcones Heights, officials say
Read full article: Man charged with murder in fatal shooting of 16-year-old girl in Balcones Heights, officials saySAN ANTONIO The Bexar County Sheriffs Office announced Wednesday that a new charge has been added against a man investigators say killed a 16-year-old girl in May. FIRST REPORT: 16-year-old killed, two arrested at apartment complex shooting in Balcones Heights, police sayAccording to investigators, the shooting happened at an apartment complex on Fredericksburg Road. Balcones Heights police officers arrested Kevin Clark, 18, and Eric Hernandez, 21, at the scene. During the exchange of fire, 16-year-old Miranda Martinez was hit with a .40 caliber bullet fired from Clarks Glock pistol. BCSO said Clark now faces a murder charge, a charge for unlawful carry of a weapon and a charge for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
Dave & Busters reopens 1 of 2 San Antonio locations
Read full article: Dave & Busters reopens 1 of 2 San Antonio locationsSAN ANTONIO Dave & Busters reopened its Balcones Heights location Wednesday with new safety protocols. While the Balcones Heights location is now open, there is no word when the venue at the Shops at Rivercenter downtown will reopen. Locations in Corpus Christi, McAllen, Austin, Arlington, Dallas and Euless are now open. Related Stories:Main Event reopening Texas locations, including San AntonioGrab your clubs! Topgolf is reopeningSeaWorld San Antonio announces reopening date
Girl, 16, killed in apartment complex shooting in Balcones Heights, police say
Read full article: Girl, 16, killed in apartment complex shooting in Balcones Heights, police sayGirl, 16, killed in apartment complex shooting in Balcones Heights, police sayPublished: May 3, 2020, 5:47 pmA 16-year-old girl is dead after a shooting at an apartment complex in Balcones Heights, police said.
SA Food Bank changes impacting partnering nonprofits’ way of helping hungry families in communities
Read full article: SA Food Bank changes impacting partnering nonprofits’ way of helping hungry families in communitiesThe nonprofits said just when they have had to step up fast to meet needs during the coronavirus crisis, their primary source of food, the San Antonio Food Bank, is changing its policy. Instead of having multiple sites, the food bank intends to provide needed food in the community through the creation of county mega sites. The San Antonio Food Bank is asking nonprofit partner agencies to preregister their clients for the county mega sites by filling out a form on the food bank website. Additionally, the Food Bank has already announced a few lunch and neighborhood food giveaways they have on the calendar. San Antonio Food Bank launches ‘Neighbor Helping Neighbor’ response effortCOVID-19, the respiratory disease caused by the new virus, stands for coronavirus disease 2019.
Grisly details emerge in slaying of 76-year-old woman in apartment
Read full article: Grisly details emerge in slaying of 76-year-old woman in apartmentSAN ANTONIO – Balcones Heights Police detailed a gruesome scene where a woman was killed, allegedly at the hands of her son. His arrest affidavit states that the victim, 76, was found lying on the kitchen floor around 11:10 p.m. Tuesday in her Spanish Keys apartment, located in the 1100 block of Babcock Road. Man arrested after allegedly beating his 76-year-old mother to deathThe woman had “severe trauma” to her face and head, the affidavit states, and a pool of blood was on the floor. (KSAT)Hours before, the woman called authorities during a disturbance with Curbow, the affidavit states. She told responding officers that he did not live with her, and a month ago he pushed her during an argument, the affidavit states.
‘She was a sweet lady’: Neighbors remember elderly woman after she is fatally beaten in Balcones Heights apartment
Read full article: ‘She was a sweet lady’: Neighbors remember elderly woman after she is fatally beaten in Balcones Heights apartmentBALCONES HEIGHTS – Neighbors are left devastated after a 76-year-old woman was found beaten to death at the Spanish Keys apartment in the 1150 block of Babcock Road. Balcones Heights Police said they received a call from the victim after an argument with her son, Michael Wayne Curbow, 55. Police are now searching for Curbow after they arrived to the apartment and found his mother dead. Hernandez said he was not close to the victim but would see the mother and son argue often. Police searching for man accused of fatally beating 76-year-old motherAshley Rodriguez, a resident Spanish Keys did not know what had happened to her neighbor.
Man accused of killing 76-year-old mother argued with her often, neighbors say
Read full article: Man accused of killing 76-year-old mother argued with her often, neighbors saySAN ANTONIO – As the search continues for a suspect accused of killing his 76-year-old mother in her Balcones Heights apartment, neighbors are left uneasy about the incident, they said Wednesday night. The incident began around 7 p.m. at the Spanish Keys Apartments in the 1150 block of Babcock Road. Police searching for man accused of fatally beating 76-year-old mother in Balcones HeightsAccording to Balcones Heights Police Chief John Jahanara, police received a call from the victim asking them to help kick her son, 55-year-old Michael Wayne Curbow, out of her apartment after they got into an argument. When police arrived, however, Curbow had already left. A neighbor said Wednesday that Curbow and his mother argued often, while another said she feels unsafe knowing he hasn’t been arrested yet.
Police searching for man accused of fatally beating 76-year-old mother
Read full article: Police searching for man accused of fatally beating 76-year-old motherPolice searching for man accused of fatally beating 76-year-old motherPublished: January 29, 2020, 12:09 pmThe incident began around 7 p.m. at the Spanish Keys Apartments in the 1150 block of Babcock Road, not far from Hillcrest Drive and Loop 410.
Police searching for man accused of fatally beating 76-year-old mother in Balcones Heights
Read full article: Police searching for man accused of fatally beating 76-year-old mother in Balcones HeightsBALCONES HEIGHTS, Texas – Balcones Heights police are searching for a man they say is responsible for beating his 76-year-old mother to death on Tuesday night. Man accused of injuring child who later died from injuriesAccording to Balcones Heights Police Chief John Jahanara, police received a call from the victim asking them to help kick her son, 55-year-old Michael Wayne Curbow, out of her apartment after they got into an argument. When police arrived, however, Curbow had already left. Police said around 11 p.m. they received a phone call from a friend of Curbow requesting a welfare check on his mother. Jahanara described the crime scene as “horrific", and said they are continuing to search for Curbow, but he has not yet been located.
Balcones Heights police arrest registered sex offender on sexual assault charge
Read full article: Balcones Heights police arrest registered sex offender on sexual assault chargeA man who had recently been released from prison on a child sex assault charge was arrested on suspicion of sexual assault by Balcones Heights police on Wednesday. Frank Hernandez, 26, is a registered sex offender in Fayette County. Man critically wounded in car wash shootingOn Jan. 3, a 36-year-old woman told police she stayed at her friend’s apartment in Balcones Heights. She fell asleep on the couch and woke up to Hernandez raping her, according to the arrest affidavit. She also told police she didn’t know about Hernandez’s criminal record and did not know he had recently been released from prison, according to the affidavit.
The 9@9: Baby of murdered mother reunited with family; Balcones Heights robbery arrest; Fireworks stand blaze
Read full article: The 9@9: Baby of murdered mother reunited with family; Balcones Heights robbery arrest; Fireworks stand blazeThe 9@9: Baby of murdered mother reunited with family; Balcones Heights robbery arrest; Fireworks stand blazePublished: December 24, 2019, 9:07 pmThe 9@9 features some of the biggest stories making headlines at home, around the country and across the globe. Here's what's trending tonight.
Balcones Heights police arrest man in connection with string of convenience store robberies
Read full article: Balcones Heights police arrest man in connection with string of convenience store robberiesBalcones Heights police arrest man in connection with string of convenience store robberiesPublished: December 24, 2019, 12:28 pmBalcones Heights police have arrested a man they say was responsible for a string of recent robberies throughout the San Antonio area, including one at a Balcones Heights Circle K convenience store.
Neighbor dispute leads to murder at Balcones Heights apartment complex, police say
Read full article: Neighbor dispute leads to murder at Balcones Heights apartment complex, police sayBALCONES HEIGHTS, Texas – An ongoing dispute between two neighbors at a Balcones Heights apartment complex ended with one of the men dead and the other arrested for murder. According to the Balcones Heights police chief, the men lived in the same building at an apartment complex in the 4200 block of Fredericksburg Road and had a history of disputes. This morning, witnesses told police that Kyren Rashaud Goosby-Chase and the victim got into a physical altercation in the courtyard of the complex. Witnesses told police that Priscill Amber Cuellar, 26, tossed the rifle to Goosby-Chase from inside the apartment shortly before it was used in the murder. It’s the first murder in Balcones Heights since 2005, according to the police chief.
Police release photos of men believed to be behind string of robberies in San Antonio area
Read full article: Police release photos of men believed to be behind string of robberies in San Antonio areaBALCONES HEIGHTS, Texas – Balcones Heights Police Chief John Jahanara released photos of two men he says are responsible for a string of recent robberies throughout the San Antonio area, including one at a Balcones Heights Circle K early Wednesday morning. ‘No predicting where it might happen next’: SAPD investigating string of convenience store robberiesThe photos show what appears to be the two thieves with medium builds. “These individuals with the clothing description may be tied into what happened earlier with San Antonio, starting the night before on their robberies that (San Antonio police are) investigating, too.”Jahanara is reminding the community to be vigilant. “Just be cautious and aware, especially around this time of the season, because you never can be too careful,” Jahanara said. If you have any information about the case, or if you notice any suspicious activity, call local police.