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Javier Salazar explained to Bexar County commissioners that a violent crimes task force is documenting gang members and confiscating their guns. But, he said, for every gun confiscated, another 10 are stolen from vehicles.

There were 113 homicides reported during the first 10 months of this year in San Antonio, compared to 136 in 2023 — a decrease of nearly 17%. There were 1,807 sex offenses and 6,237 burglaries — both down by nearly 10%. There were 1,382 robberies and 42,762 thefts — down 11% and 7%, respectively.

Round Rock residents can ship their packages to the police department during the holiday season to prevent items from being stolen. It and other police departments also offer "safety exchange zones" for residents using Craigslist or other exchange websites to buy or sell items.

Javier Salazar implored county commissioners on Tuesday to restore a crime analyst position within his department after a jump in violent crime this year.

Texas Senate holds a hearing to draft new anti-squatter laws. The harmful effects of LED lights for some people and the music boxes of Villa Finale.

Tracy Matheson's organization is funding makeovers of rooms that police use to interview sexual assault victims. The project was inspired by the violent death of Matheson's daughter.

Chevrolet Silverados were also among the most popular models, according to a report from the San Antonio Police Department.

San Antonio police and Hyundai have teamed up to promote a weekend event for vehicle owners to get a free software upgrade to reduce vehicle thefts.

Texas Senate holds a hearing to draft new anti-squatter laws. The harmful effects of LED lights for some people and the music boxes of Villa Finale.

Christopher Preciado, 19, and his father Ramon Preciado, 53, were arrested in the fatal shootings of Savannah Soto and Matthew Guerra. Police also arrested Christopher's mother, only days after finding a weapon thought to be the one used in the slayings.