A heartbreaking event took place on Monday in a residential area on the far Northwest Side, where a 4-year-old boy was fatally shot inside a house. The incident, which happened around 3 p.m. on Windstone Creek’s 10200 block, triggered a homicide investigation that lasted into the night.
Upon reaching the scene, law enforcement found the injured child inside the house. He was immediately transported to a hospital, where he was later declared dead. The boy’s parents, the only adults in the house at the time of the incident, were taken into custody for questioning by the San Antonio Police. A handgun, suspected to be the weapon used in the shooting, was found in the house.
The detectives are now probing the circumstances of the shooting, trying to determine whether it was an accident or a deliberate act. As part of their investigation, they are examining the scene, interviewing witnesses, and analyzing physical evidence and multiple 911 call recordings to establish a clear sequence of events.
The police were first notified of the incident by two separate calls reporting a gunshot. One call was made from inside the house, while the other was made by someone outside. Upon entering the house, officers found the child’s father, a man in his 50s, trying to administer lifesaving measures. The boy was then rushed by medics to a nearby hospital. Both parents were later taken to a police facility.
The exact details of the incident are still unclear. The police have not disclosed where the handgun was found in the house or who its owner is. As of Monday night, no charges had been filed. It is still uncertain whether the firearm was discharged by a child or an adult.
As part of their ongoing investigation, detectives plan to speak with neighbors and review any previous calls for service made to the address. The neighborhood, a group of single-family homes near commuter routes on the city’s edge, was quickly cordoned off by police following the incident. Residents reported a quick and heavy police response, with crime scene technicians and supervisors working into the night.
The investigation is following standard procedure, which includes identifying all individuals present, separating them for interviews, and comparing their statements against 911 recordings and physical evidence. Detectives are also seeking any home security video that might provide additional insights. The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office will conduct an autopsy to determine the exact cause and manner of death.
The identity of the child has not been publicly disclosed. This information will be released once the medical examiner confirms the boy’s identity and next of kin notifications are complete. The investigation remains active, with police maintaining a perimeter around the residence as they continue to collect evidence.