When he did not return home, they reported him missing to the police on August 18, 1986. Around 8 p.m. on June 6, 1988, a man entered the laundromat and walked to a vending machine. on April 23, 2001. At first, neighbors thought Margaret or Keith was sick and they were speeding to reach medical care. Dorothy Lubbock, who is the mother of an SAPD officer and a DPS officer, was found stabbed to death in her home on Roosevelt. A passerby walking along the N. Walters Street Bridge (300 block of Rullman) on Saturday, May 26, 1990, noticed a woman lying face up under the bridge. The. SUSPECT: The suspect was described as a white or Latin male, 25-27 years old, wearing a long-sleeve shirt and blue jeans. Incident Location. Aguilar was taken to BAMC, and on June 30, 1985, was pronounced dead. What began as a fist fight, ended in the stabbing of David Estrada as was walking to his parked car from Fiesta Carnival. The San Antonio Police Department continues to operate its Cold Case Review Team, which is made up of current and former law enforcement officers, forensic experts, medical and legal personnel.. The TV was turned on and the volume was set at loud. The Latin male then got into the station wagon which was being driven by his female companion and they fled the scene. Many unsolved homicides still plague San Antonio. Police believe Robbery was the motive, as the cash register was tipped over and money from the register was missing. EMS was called and transported Robert Puente III to BAMC, where he was pronounced dead. Copyright 2022 by KSAT - All rights reserved. More murders across America are going unsolved, exacerbating the grief of families already reeling and worsening the largely cracked trust between police and the public, especially communities of color most affected by gun violence. When officers arrived at the scene, they found Richard Hernandez still in the alley. Police are asking for your help in finding the person or persons responsible for this senseless murder of a young girl. On December 23, 1977, police received a call for a fight at Sylvia's Lounge, and when they arrived, they found Jose Perez lying on the floor in a pool of blood. Henry Crabtree was the night manager at the Circle K Convenience Store at 4503 Culebra Rd. She was celebrating with her friends, Ashley Mitchell, Jessicas sister previously told KSAT. He had no vital signs. On July 15, 1992, Erica Espinoza was shot and killed during a drive-by shooting while standing at her front door in the 5000 block of Rita. Two female suspects were seen fleeing the scene in an SUV. Paul and his friend got into a verbal confrontation with the Latin male suspect. Carlos DeLaCruz died of his gunshot wound. .A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 615 PM CDT. He was walking home when he was jumped by several men in an alley behind a shopping center at 4900 W. Commerce. Officers found Deputy Aguilar in the driver's seat, unconscious, bleeding from the mouth, and having trouble breathing. When they arrived, they could not find any accident, but did notice Deputy Aguilar's vehicle in San Pedro Creek. One male possibly involved or a witness to the incident has been identified as "Billy Lopez" and was 17 at the time of the murder. The shooter is described as a Hispanic male, 5'9" to 6'0", and was wearing a dark-colored striped shirt, baggy jeans, and a white or light- colored ball cap. This is a carousel. His truck was a 1988 red Nissan pickup. Loop 410 in the parking lot of the Rolling Ridge Square apartments where he was living in at the time. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate. Ten major American cities set new homicide records in 2021, according to CNN, including Austin. The responding Officers observed blood on the floor inside the residence and forced entry into the residence through the front door. there are 88 active cold cases since 1970. SAN ANTONIO The advancement of forensics may have helped law enforcement solve the 42-year-old cold case murder of 18-year-old Carol Joyce Deleon. Around 12:00 am someone drove by and fired several shots at the house. Lisa Lynn Woods was a white female, who was 38 years old at the time of her death. She loved social media, so she was on Snapchat, Instagram, Facebook and all of that showing her having a jolly good time. On Friday, December 13, 1996, police received a call to the Oakview Motel for a DOA. L.E.A. First Black police officer killed in San Antonio remains unsolved murder 80 years later Julius Alberson, 29, was becoming a community leader, had a promising future A Thursday night out on. Michael Lazich was locking up his corner store located at the corner of S. Mittman and Vine on the night of February 21, 1988 when he was fatally shot in the head. Leo Cameron, 47, was sleeping before a man came up to him and started a physical struggle. A witness reported the suspect who shot Alfredo Giddens Jr. was a heavy set black female. Just like Rocha, Janie Edwards also lost her son in 2016. David Estrada was 21 at the time of his death. Twenty-one days later, the young girl's decomposed remains were discovered in Hays County. Mary Ellen Martinez was 30 years old at the time of her death. Yet another study shows San Antonio is one of the most popular U.S. moving destinations, Now-viral TikTok captures moment gun shots ring out in downtown San Antonio during Fiesta, Rumors of Austin serial killer dubbed the 'Rainey Street Ripper' swirl online, 'A death sentence': Trans Texas teen plots his future as proposed ban on hormone therapy progresses, Mental health of LGBTQ+ youth suffering amid political hostility in Texas, other states, study says, Assclown Alert: Bringing up the immigration status of shooting victims with Gov. The investigation suggests that Antoinette Jordan may have known her killer. Three separate days in 2021 saw three killings: May 24, August 15, September 24. EMS transported Tony Waiters to R.B. The diner is closed on Mondays, but open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sundays. Police and the Medical Examiner were called to the motel, and the ME pronounced Mr. Bledsoe dead from multiple gunshot wounds. The suspect is believed to have pulled a gun on Cameron, killing him before running away down the Riverwalk. Margaret and Keith Conable's 1973. Michelle Ramos - 207-7579 Date: March 15, 2019 Release No: 19-018 MEDIA ADVISORY. Delgado later died at a nearby hospital. Richard Hernandez was beaten and left in the alleyway behind the Firestone Store. A witness in this case described a shiny red car, with tinted windows and a thin red stripe down the side, seen driving in the neighborhood in a suspicious manner, just prior to Heidi Seeman being abducted. Hernandez's girlfriend ran inside, got her mother, and called 911. EMS arrived and transported Jesse Garcia to Baptist Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Click through the slideshow to see unsolved suburban mysteries from the 1960s to 2017. Her death is one of 16 unsolved homicides in the 1980s, according to the San Antonio Police Department. By The killer left behind evidence at the scene, and with the advancement of today's technology, these items are being submitted for re-analysis. On September 25, 1986, police responded to a call for a shooting at the Handy Andy located at 923 S. Presa. If you have information that might be useful, please call the San Antonio Police Department Cold Case Tip Line anytime day or night at (210)207-7401, or you can call (210)207-7635 or (210)207-7484, or call Crime Stoppers at (210)224-STOP. 20 cold cases of unsolved murders in San Antonio. Javier Ramos called the police on December 6, 2009 and reported that he had been shot by someone he knew. A random white male walked in, had some issues with the vending machine, and took his anger out by stabbing the seven-year-old and her mother before fleeing. On ExpressNews.com: Family of man shot by police demands bodycam footage. Martinez was last seen by a friend at 1:00 am on Sunday, October 4, and was supposed to be going to meet some friends. They looked to be 15 to 17 years old. Heidi Seeman's mother, Theresa Seeman,rubs her hands while speaking about her daughter at her home in Panama City Florida. On ExpressNews.com: Leader of violent drug cartel indicted in San Antonio; arrest is one of the most important of the past decade. Greg Abbott, Texas House votes to require panic buttons in every classroom and armed guards in every school. Police know that Albert Turegano was sitting at a table in the ZigZag Club with four service men, two believed to have been in the Army and two in the Air Force. She was 21 years old. Witnesses at the scene stated that the suspect fled in a Silver car, driven by another individual. Edmonson was wearing a plaid shirt, blue jeans, and western style boots. relatively low compared to other large metro areas. husband, Jesse Garcia, lying on the sidewalk, shot. During the investigation, it was learned that friends of Augustine Sendejo had been involved in a run-in with some gang members earlier that evening. Another teenage boy, 15-year-old Tristian Rosas, was killed by a stray bullet while playing video games at home on the citys West Side. Turegano, who was 29 years old, was a music teacher who lived with his grandparents. The intended target was a neighbor. Adolfo Morales, Jr. was shot to death while sitting outside a Churches' Chicken located at 1923 Goliad Road. A witness reported seeing a black 90s model Buick stopped in front of Andersons home just before she heard gunshots. Courtesy of the San Antonio Police Department, Scroll to read more San Antonio News articles, Vote daily now through 5/15 for the 2023 Best Of San Antonio. Download the "P3 Tips" App from the Apple or Google Play store. She had been dead for several days, having suffered massive head and facial wounds along with stab wounds. turned on and the volume was set at loud. When police arrived at the scene they discovered the body of Antoinette Jordan, age 35, she had died as the result of a gunshot. The National Weather Service in Austin San Antonio has issued a. The rate at which murders nationwide were solved or cleared has dropped to around 50%. At the time of her death she was 21 years old and was working for a computer firm and living in an apartment. VIEW ALL PHOTOS. At least 18 San Antonio area families don't know who killed their loved one in 2018. It was about 1:00am when Debbie Perkins appears to have allowed someone into the house. As they walked in the alley behind a shopping center at 4900 W. Commerce, several Hispanic males, 20-25 years old, jumped the three men. Virginia Jeffreys was still alive on the 16th, and was murdered on the 16th or 17th. An argument was heard by a witness in the back room before multiple gunshots were heard. On August 18, 1986, forgeries were passed on Albert Turegano's credit card in San Antonio. The stories behind these crimes often called cold cases, since their trail of evidence or leads. Some of those victims include Angel Jerry Yanez, left, Greg Pina, center, and Xavier Esquivel, right. Arellano had been shot multiple times, and his 1979 gold Pontiac 4-door had been stolen. Mrs. Garcia went to a neighbor for help, and as she was going to the neighbor's house she saw the shadow of an unknown man walk off. 5135 S Kostner Ave. Chicago, Illinois, 60632. It appears at this time the motive for this murder was robbery. Last year, 160 people lost their lives at the hands of another person in San Antonio last year, according to police records obtained and analyzed by KSAT 12. The suspects left with money taken from the register. On Sunday, April 3, 1994, David Garza and his wife were sitting on a bus bench in the 3700 block of Broadway, waiting for the next bus. 13-year-old son at his estranged wife's house. Carlos DeLaCruz's sister was a witness to her brother's senseless murder, and is looking for some closure. The man then walked up to Delgadoand stabbed her once in the abdomen. Vehicle: 1978-1985 Station Wagon; Light Yellow (or Gold); Simulated wood grain panels on each side. Contact: Sgt. On the evening of June 11, 1992 Lenin Roque was seen leaving his home. Police believe a number of factors have led to the increase in unsolved killings. The two Suspects came back at them from behind, and this time Suspect #1 stabbed David Estrada before running off. (from left): Mark Valdez, Jessica Mitchell and Isaiah Sullivan. WFO AUSTIN/SAN ANTONIO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Friday, April 28, 2023. Last year, 160 people lost their lives at the hands of another person in San Antonio last year, according to police records obtained and analyzed by KSAT 12. A security guard making his rounds discovered a U-Haul van parked in the parking lot. BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) The body of a 34-year-old man was found with gunshot wounds in the trunk of a car, 22 years later his murder remains unsolved. Richard's brother and a friend were walking with him. San Antonio Police Chief William McManus said the department has seen an increase in unorganized, spontaneous crime. The previous day, Mr. Bledsoe had asked a suspected black male pimp to leave the motel property after some of the motel workers complained about him. Fred Arechiga was at home with his three young daughters when there was a knock on the door. The music teacher's skull, however, has never been found. An autopsy performed by the Medical Examiner resulted in ruling the death a Homicide, and the cause of death cranial cerebral injuries. Police suspect she had been sexual assaulted before she was shot. Several suspects were identified in this case and the driver of the vehicle stood trial for the murder and was found guilty. On August 4, 1990, 11-year-old Heidi Seeman went missing while walking home on Stahl Road after spending the night at . In 1993, when 220 homicides were recorded in San Antonio, the homicide rate per 100,000 people was 22, according to data compiled by The Trace. Several other patrons of the Lounge who may also have information on this case, left before the police arrived. The death was ruled a Homicide. An unknown male shot into the group of people, hitting Guadalupe Boston and one of the males. His family was devastated by losing him, but decided to donate his organs. Connie Fulton was 26 years old when she was found stabbed to death in the school yard of Douglas Elementary on November 28, 1991. Information on most of San Antonios unsolved homicides can be found here. They were going to go riding around in the car. Customers driving into the parking lot saw the suspect in the Suzuki with the victim. She had blood on her head and a cloth tied over her face. If you need help with the Public File, call 210-351-1241. Although there have been several suspects in this case, investigators are still looking for witnesses or evidence showing who the person or persons were who murdered Virginia Jeffreys. If you need help with the Public File, call 210-351-1241. He is currently serving time for murder. It is fear of retaliation. A boyfriend vanished immediately before the discovery of this Murder, and it is believed the boyfriend fled to Mexico. The suspect fled with cash from the register. clothes on the front floorboard of the van. She was transported to Robert B Green hospital, where she died the following morning from her injuries. Family of man shot by police demands bodycam footage. A Wells Fargo security guard came upon the body of the victim while doing rounds. The other two men were also badly beaten, cut, and ended up at area hospitals. Shaoxiong was also stabbed when he approached to help his wife. He stabbed May. Edwards son, 20-year-old Isaac Orosco, was shot in front of his home. While the exact motive for this murder is not known, it could have been related to a series of illegal narcotic arrests made on former tenants at the apartment complex. On a Sunday morning, October 4, 1998, the partially nude body of Mary Ellen Martinez was found in the bed of a 1971 brown and green Ford pickup truck that, she had borrowed from a friend. Chicago Police Department, Chicago, Illinois. The fight stopped and Estrada and his friend crossed to the other side of the street and continued walking to their car. The males had sticks and broken beer bottles. Edwards says she's frustrated because his case is also unsolved . The males called out to Smith and James "Hey, Brothers." Updated: 11:00 PM CST March 7, 2023. Their young daughter had just returned from school and was sitting in the restaurant watching TV. Family members have contacted the Homicide Unit looking for closure.