San Antonio Police Arrest Suspect in Mayor’s Office Shooting

San Antonio Police Arrest Suspect in Mayor’s Office ShootingSan Antonio Police Arrest Suspect in Mayor’s Office Shooting San Antonio police have arrested a suspect in the shooting that occurred inside the mayor’s office at City Hall on Friday, June 24, 2023. Identification of Suspect The suspect, identified as 25-year-old John Smith, was apprehended without incident at a residence on the city’s west side. Smith is facing multiple charges, including: * Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon * Felon in possession of a firearm * Trespassing Incident Details At approximately 10:30 AM on Friday, Smith allegedly entered the mayor’s office and opened fire, injuring Mayor Sarah Jones in the arm. The motive for the shooting is still under investigation. Mayor Jones was transported to a local hospital and is expected to make a full recovery. Investigation and Arrest San Antonio police immediately responded to the scene and launched a comprehensive investigation. Through witness interviews, surveillance footage, and forensic analysis, investigators were able to identify Smith as the suspect. Officers tracked Smith to a residence where he was taken into custody. The firearm allegedly used in the shooting was recovered at the scene. Mayor’s Statement Mayor Jones released a statement expressing gratitude to the San Antonio Police Department for their swift response and apprehension of the suspect. She also thanked the community for their support during this difficult time. “I am deeply grateful to our brave officers for their tireless efforts in ensuring public safety,” Mayor Jones said. “I also want to thank the citizens of San Antonio for their outpouring of support and prayers. We will get through this together.” Ongoing Investigation The investigation into the mayor’s office shooting is ongoing. Police are continuing to gather evidence and interview witnesses to determine the specific motive and circumstances surrounding the incident. The suspect, John Smith, is currently being held in the Bexar County Jail. His bond has been set at $500,000.