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U.S. Marshals on the hunt for urine test alleged escapist with smuggling charges
Mon, November 3, 2025 at 8:30 PM If you have any information please call the US Marshals at 210-657-8500{ }{p}{/p} San Antonio — The U.S. Marshals now want a man accused of smuggling people into the United States after allegedly trying to cheat on a random drug test. The U.S. Marshals Lone Star Fugitive Task Force says 34-year-old Alfonso Araujo is wanted on an active arrest warrant after violating the conditions of his pretrial release.
Suspect on the run after alleged violent home invasion against a friend and his wife
The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office needs your help finding 48-year-old Johnny Escalante Jr who is wanted for Aggravated Robbery. On Sunday, February 2, 2025, the Bexar County Sheriff’s office was dispatched for a robbery in south Bexar County.
Exclusive: Elderly activist claims harassment by Attorney General's office in voting probe
A woman in her 80s was among those whose homes were served with a warrant by the Texas Attorney General's Office yesterday. The warrant, signed by Judge Ron Rangel, was executed at her residence. This woman, who has worked in politics since she was 7 years old alongside her father on the west side of San Antonio, shared her experience with us. Tonight, Lydia tells us that the search warrants were acts of intimidation and harassment by the Attorney General’s Office.
Horse drawn carriage survey ends
San Antonio — From San Antonio, all the way to New York City, the future of horse-drawn carriages has gained the attention of a New York City influencer known as Jackson Galaxy. Galaxy is asking anyone who lives in San Antonio or visited San Antonio to fill out the city survey that ends at midnight on Tuesday. So far, the city of San Antonio says they’ve had over 50,000 responses to the horse-drawn carriage survey.
Texas couple who inspired adoption of 77 children in foster care now the focus of a movie
San Antonio — It's a positive story. A movie that will leave you wondering what if all children who were in the system could find a forever home. On Monday night SJRC Belong partnered with local churches to premiere The Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot the true story of Donna and Reverend Martin and their church in East Texas where they did such an amazing act of hope that their story became a movie.
US Marshals hunt fugitive Juan Contreras after he didn't keep the rules of his release
San Antonio — SAN ANTONIO - The US Marshals need your help to find Juan Contreras. Contreras is wanted for having an active arrest warrant for allegedly violating the conditions of his supervised release. In 2021, Contreras served 10 months in prison on charges involving Conspiracy to Transport Undocumented Immigrants for Financial Gain. He was also ordered to serve 3 years of supervised release.
Breaking the Cartels' tentacles in Bexar county to prevent Human Trafficking
San Antonio — Sheriff WE WANTED TO KNOW WHAT CAN BE DONE -- TO STOP THESE TRANSNATIONAL CRIMINAL ORGANIZATIONS FROM PROFITTING FROM THE MISERY OF OTHERS. OUR YAMI VIRGIN SPOKE EXCLUSIVELY WITH SHERIFF JAVIER SALAZAR... ABOUT THE STEPS HE IS ALREADY TAKING ...TO BREAK THE CARTELS' TENTACLES OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING... ((TAKE PKG))YAMI VIRGIN, @YVIRGIN IT’S WHAT SEEMS TO BE A QUIET AREA OF SOUTH BEXAR COUNTY, BUT WE HAVE BEEN OUT HERE NUMEROUS TIMES STARTING AROUND EIGHT YEARS AGO.
Child's guardian On The Run after alleged attack
San Antonio — The Bexar County Sheriff's Office needs your help finding 70-year-old Refugio Rodriguez, who is wanted for assault family violence- choking/strangulation. The original incident occurred in August of 2022 when law enforcement was dispatched to Santa Rosa Hospital for an injured child. The juvenile victim reported that she had run away after being repeatedly physically assaulted by her two guardians.
Border counties battle "coyotes" smuggling surge, triggers prosecutor hiring
Floresville, Texas — The images of thousands crossing have gone down, as have the huge numbers of people at Mission Border Hope in Eagle Pass and the Migrant Resource Center in San Antonio. In their place, law enforcement tells us the number of those being smuggled in has gone up. In Zavala County, the chase is on, and the load size of migrants has gone up.
Argument over a voicemail turns violent according to the Bexar County Sheriff's Office
San Antonio — The Bexar County Sheriff's Office needs your help finding 36 Vincent Charles Mendez, who is wanted on a warrant for continuous violence against the family, a 3rd-degree felony. On April 2, 2024, Bexar County Sheriff's deputies were dispatched to an assault in west Bexar County. When deputies arrived at the home, the victim reported being assaulted by Mendez. This was after she attempted to get away from him following a verbal disturbance.
Bexar County jailers lose million-dollar overtime pay as commissioners fight for change
Bexar County jail employees work in conditions most of us won't, and at a minute's notice, they are told they must pull a double at the jail or go out on the streets patrolling. (SBG San Antonio)
Century-old South Side recycler faces uncertain future after license revoked by city
A follow-up tonight on a story our Yami Virgin has been investigating. What will the future hold for a South Side metal recycler that has been in the community for 100 years? This comes after the city gave Monterrey Iron and Metal Recyclers notice that their license had been revoked and that they have 30 days to appeal. Why the request from the Councilwoman who represents the area has not been approved to be reviewed as of yet? "We just want them to run a clean business and be good neighbors.
Bexar County Sheriff's Office seeks your help to find family violence suspect On The Run
The Bexar County Sheriff's Office needs your help finding 39-year-old Frank James Williams Jr., who is wanted on a 3rd-degree felony for Continuous Violence Against Family. On February 3rd, Bexar County Sheriff's deputies were called to a home in West Bexar County for an assault. When they arrived, the victim reported that Williams assaulted them after discussing the shared use of their car. Williams allegedly hit the victim, injuring her face, busting her lip, and causing other injuries.
Fugitive evades capture for 12 years after missing court sentencing | KABB
San Antonio — Jose Abel Camposano-Centeno is wanted by the US Marshals Lone Star Fugitive Task Force for having an active arrest warrant for allegedly violating the conditions of his pretrial release. In October 2012, Camposano-Centeno was arrested on charges involving the unlawful transfer of false documents to obtain identification. He was released on bond after promising to appear at all court proceedings.
27 years since Patty Vaughan last seen...where is the case now?
San Antonio — This is another San Antonio Christmas mystery. What happened to a beautiful Bexar County 27 years ago? Her family has not stopped looking for her. They know she is probably dead due to the amount of blood found in her Lavernia home where she lived with her 3 children. Her estranged husband has been a person of interest for almost 3 decades since the Sheriff's Office believes he was the last one to see her alive.
Woman On The Run after allegedly breaking into a man's bedroom
San Antonio — On December 15, 2023, BCSO deputies were contacted regarding an assault in the 8000 block of Cheryl Meadow. The complainant reported that Priscilla Puentes entered the residence, as the victim was asleep in the bedroom. The victim reported that he woke up in the middle of the night and saw that Priscilla was standing over him with a knife. When the victim asked Priscilla what she was doing and if she was going to hurt him, Priscilla threatened to harm him with the knife.
Two years later, community clings to hope for return of missing child Lina Sadar Khil
San Antonio — It is a day to remember a child missing in our community for two years today. Little Lina Sadar Khil disappeared from the park in the apartment complex where she lived with her parents on Fredericksburg Road. This exclusive FOX SA video was taken seconds before she was last seen. Since then, her father, Riaz, and her mother, Sarmina, have been looking for her. "He's still hopeful, and he still has all he doesn't lose his hope," said Lawang Mangal a friend who interprets for the family.
Two years later, community clings to hope for return of missing child Lina Sadar Khil
It is a day to remember a child missing in our community for two years today. Little Lina Sadar Khil disappeared from the park in the apartment complex where she lived with her parents on Fredericksburg Road. This exclusive FOX SA video was taken seconds before she was last seen. Since then, her father, Riaz, and her mother, Sarmina, have been looking for her. "He's still hopeful, and he still has all he doesn't lose his hope," said Lawang Mangal a friend who interprets for the family.
Bexar County Sheriff's Office On The Run fugitive: Daniel Conn
San Antonio — The Bexar County Sheriff's Office needs your help to find Daniel Corn. On December 11, BCSO received a report of a stalking incident that allegedly happened at 12:26 am. The victim reported that she and Daniel Conn had broken up recently and Daniel was upset. The victim claims that Conn then began to send several texts to the victim’s cell phone, threatening to shoot her and harm her family.
Denied justice: Bexar County's disturbing case of child abuse raises questions about CPS removal process
San Antonio — The case of a one-year-old child, scalded by boiling water and shot up more than a dozen times with meth, has left us with many questions. One of them is why CPS's request to remove the child and her 5 siblings 3 times was denied by the DA’s office. So, we asked Bexar County's District Attorney's Office to explain the process in these cases. We asked them questions from an outraged family member who said "I called CPS multiple times, and they went out there.
Del Rio native leads tireless efforts in curbing smuggling, ensuring migrant safety with Texas DPS Brush Unit
Quemado, Texas — It's not a 9-to-5 job. Del Rio native Lt. Noe Fernandez works anywhere between 12 and 16 hours a day as part of the Texas Department of Public Safety's Brush Unit. Lt. Noe Fernandez is the supervisor in charge of the unit. In addition to his regular duties, he also volunteers for the unit.
Border Patrol's "eyes in the sky" boosts border security in Rio Grande operations thanks to Aerial Marine Ops
Del Rio — When dealing with the challenges of managing the flow of thousands of people crossing the Rio Grande, ground operations have their limitations. This is where aerial surveillance becomes a game-changing asset. A recent mission with Customs and Border Protection's Air Marine Operations provided a unique perspective on safeguarding the nation.
Eagle Pass Mayor gives control back to DPS of park where 4000 migrants crossed Original
Eagle Pass, Texas — The difference a day makes... Yesterday, it was pretty quiet in Eagle Pass, Texas. In fact, the Maverick County Sheriff thought Mexican officials were helping to hold the surge back... "They're helping us with the other side." Today, it was a different story... More than 4,000 people, according to state sources, crossed the Rio Grande. Not a surprise to Schmerber or anyone here. "It's gonna happen again.
Eagle Pass mayor signs emergency declaration amid migrant surge, awaits numbers from federal government
Eagle Pass mayor signs emergency declaration amid migrant surge, awaits numbers from federal government by Yamilet Virgin Wed, September 20th 2023, 12:40 AM UTC Under bridge number 2 in Eagle Pass's Shelby Park on Monday.
Eagle Pass mayor signs emergency declaration amid migrant surge, awaits numbers from federal government
Eagle Pass mayor signs emergency declaration amid migrant surge, awaits numbers from federal government by Yamilet Virgin Wed, September 20th 2023, 12:40 AM UTC Under bridge number 2 in Eagle Pass's Shelby Park on Monday.
Eagle Pass mayor signs emergency declaration amid migrant surge, awaits numbers from federal government
Eagle Pass, Texas — Mayor Rolando Salinas of Eagle Pass today signed an Emergency Declaration after the new surge of migrants started arriving this weekend. The mayor says he is still waiting to get official numbers from the federal government as to how many have actually crossed. In the meantime, Salinas says if Eagle Pass gets the disaster funding through this declaration it will go towards reimbursing fire and police resources that had to be used so far.
Puppy mill fugitive possibly hiding in Oklahoma or Missouri: Bexar Sheriff's Office looking for help finding him
San Antonio — For the first time since a puppy mill was found in August authorities have a lead on where the alleged owner may be hiding "Profiting out of the misery of these animals is something this guy was absolutely doing no doubt about it," said Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar back in August. The Bexar County Sheriff's Office now believes that 79-year-old Peyton Leon Wyrick may be hiding out in Oklahoma or Missouri. 69 dogs, 1 goat, and 1 duck were seized.
Deputies searching for man accused of assaulting pregnant woman
SAN ANTONIO - The Bexar County Sheriff's Office needs your help to find Ahmarey Ray Minor whom they say assaulted a pregnant woman. Deputies were then dispatched to the 6000 block of Twin Lake Dr. for this reported assault. The victim reported to investigators that the suspect, Ahmarey Ray Minor, 25, got upset with her after finding out she was leaving him. At this point, deputies say the victim told them Ray Minor strangled her as she was gathering her belongings to leave.
Texas and the federal government lock horns in court over border control: Eagle Pass legislator says "lets find a real solution"
San Antonio — Residents from Eagle Pass and other border towns traveled to Austin to be in federal court as the latest round of the immigration battle between the state of Texas and the federal government continued. This time the Department of Justice filed an injunction against the state and Governor Greg Abbott over the water barriers or buoys that the governor ordered be put in a section of the Rio Grande in Eagle Pass. The issue is international water treaties.
Nighttime on the Rio Grande: Behind the scenes of Texas migrant crossings
EAGLE PASS, Texas (WOAI/KABB) — When we see footage of migrants crossing the Rio Grande, it's usually during the day. WOAI/KABB got to see firsthand what law enforcement and National Guard see when the sun goes down. Nighttime on the Rio Grande: Behind the scenes of Texas migrant crossings (WOAI/KABB) It's hot and difficult sometimes during the day to get around, and now part of the Rio Grande in Eagle Pass, Texas, looks completely different at night.
Nighttime on the Rio Grande: Behind the scenes of Texas migrant crossings
by YAMILET VIRGIN | WOAI/KABB Staff Wed, August 16th 2023, 4:41 PM UTC Nighttime on the Rio Grande: Behind the scenes of Texas migrant crossings (WOAI/KABB)
Nighttime on the Rio Grande: Behind the scenes of Texas' migrant crossings
EAGLE PASS, Texas - When we see footage of migrants crossing the Rio Grande, it's usually during the day. We now get to see first hand what our law enforcement and National Guard see when the sun goes down. When we see footage of migrants crossing the Rio Grande, it's usually during the day. We now get to see first hand what our law enforcement and National Guard see when the sun goes down.< > (SBG San Antonio) It's hot and difficult sometimes during the day to get around.
Nighttime on the Rio Grande: Behind the scenes of Texas' migrant crossings
Nighttime on the Rio Grande: Behind the scenes of Texas' migrant crossings by Yamilet Virgin Wed, August 16th 2023, 9:00 AM UTC When we see footage of migrants crossing the Rio Grande, it's usually during the day. We now get to see first hand what our law enforcement and National Guard see when the sun goes down. (SBG San Antonio)
Local daycare under investigation after toddler's near miss on Wurzbach Road
San Antonio — It was the most unexpected sight for Katarina and her husband as they drove to her grandmother's house off Vance Jackson and Wurzbach. A normal trip to Grandma's house that almost turned tragic. What you are about to see are the images her husband recorded when they almost hit a toddler who apparently ran out of daycare at 10918 Wurzbach Road. Fox San Antonio attempted to speak with the owners or a representative at the daycare but they called the police on us.
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