Teenager Identified in Fatal Southeast Side Shooting; Homicide Investigation Underway
In a tragic turn of events, a teenager was gunned down during an alleged drug deal on the Southeast Side, with authorities confirming the victim as 17-year old Geoffrey Roland Shafer. According to the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office, Shafer succumbed to a gunshot wound, declaring his death a homicide.
Details of the Incident
The San Antonio Police Department, currently leading the investigation, reports the incident occurred around 7 p.m. in the backyard of a residence in the 900 block of East Dullnig Court. Police believe a drug deal that escalated to a deadly confrontation involving firearms was the underlying cause of the shooting.
Originally, authorities reported a man in his 20s as the shooting victim, but subsequent identification revealed the victim as the 17-year-old Shafer. Multiple gunshot wounds caused Shafer’s untimely death at the scene, as confirmed by police.
Investigation Progress
In the immediate aftermath of the shooting, both an individual who was with Shafer during the incident and an unidentified suspect swiftly fled the area. The suspect reportedly drove away from the crime scene in a black vehicle.
Soon after, the police managed to apprehend the person who accompanied Shafer. However, neither the victim nor this individual was found with a firearm. The detectives are yet to confirm whether any of the involved parties resided in the vicinity of the incident.
The San Antonio Police Department’s Homicide Unit, along with crime scene investigators, has launched a comprehensive investigation into this case, which is currently ongoing. With an express commitment to find justice for the fallen teenager, the police force is leaving no stone unturned to get to the bottom of this tragic incident.
About the Victim
Geoffrey Roland Shafer, a young life cut short in his prime, was a native of San Antonio. Those close to him remember him as an individual sparking with potential. While San Antonians reel from this tragic loss, the investigation into Shafer’s untimely death continues with the utmost urgency. The city prays for Shafer’s family during this challenging time and is united in their call for justice.
This incident underscores the urgent need for ongoing discussions and actions around gun control and substance abuse in the community. It serves as a harsh reminder of the violent and often tragic consequences of drug-related disputes.
This is a developing story and will be updated with new information as it becomes available. For anyone with information related to this case, local law enforcement urges them to come forward.
