San Antonio, Texas – A tragic incident unfolded in late February when a local man was fatally shot near his workplace on the Northeast side of San Antonio. The victim, identified as Cesar Garcia, 27, was gunned down in broad daylight, prompting a swift response from the San Antonio Police Department.
According to authorities, the shooting occurred around 4:30 p.m. on Feb. 29, near the 6900 block of Northeast Loop 410. Garcia was found lifeless near the entrance of his workplace, with evidence of a violent struggle present at the scene. Surveillance footage revealed crucial details about the events leading up to the fatal encounter.
The footage showed Garcia meeting with two suspects outside his workplace, moments before the altercation turned deadly. One suspect, dressed in all black, approached Garcia from behind with a firearm, while another suspect wearing a red hoodie and light-colored joggers opened fire multiple times. Despite the violence, there appeared to be no attempt to rob the victim.
During the shooting, a lookout driver remained in a black Hyundai Sonata, missing a front bumper, acting as the suspects’ getaway vehicle during the incident. Authorities are now urging anyone with information regarding the identity or whereabouts of the suspects to come forward and assist in the investigation.
The SAPD Homicide unit can be reached at 210-207-7635, with the provided case number SAPD24046011. As the community reels from this senseless act of violence, the search for justice continues as police work tirelessly to bring those responsible to account for their actions. The public’s cooperation is crucial in ensuring that individuals involved in such heinous crimes are apprehended and face the consequences of their actions.