Shocking Rock-Throwing Incidents Leave Victims in Distress in San Antonio

News Summary

San Antonio is shaken by two alarming rock-throwing incidents, leaving victims injured and the community on edge. A woman’s car was damaged while a man suffered a violent assault in a separate attack. Local leaders call for action to enhance public safety and accountability in the wake of these distressing events.

Shocking Rock-Throwing Incidents Leave Victims in Distress in San Antonio

San Antonio has recently been rattled by two startling incidents involving rock-throwing, leaving victims shaken and some even injured. These occurrences have sparked concerns about public safety in the area, as they highlight the potential dangers lurking on our streets.

A Frightening Encounter on San Pedro Avenue

In one distressing case, a woman named Violeta Medlin reported a harrowing experience while driving along San Pedro Avenue near Hildebrand Avenue. Out of nowhere, a large rock was hurled at her vehicle, shattering her front windshield with a shocking “Pow!” The noise was deafening, yet somehow, she managed to remain calm enough to regain control of her vehicle and keep driving.

Once she reached a safe spot, Medlin pulled into a nearby gas station to call 911 and report the incident to the local police. It’s been two weeks since that day, and while her car has been repaired, the emotional scars are still very real. She admits to living with ongoing feelings of fear and trauma from that frightening incident.

Community Leaders Weigh In

As the fallout from these incidents grows, community leaders are stepping up to address safety concerns. Dean DeSoto, the executive director of the Community Alliance for Traffic Safety in San Antonio, pointed out that rock-throwing incidents, while not unprecedented, can lead to severe injuries or, in worst-case scenarios, even fatalities. There’s a collective hope that such reckless violence can be curbed and that those responsible for these misdeeds will be brought to justice. Medlin expressed a sincere wish that someone will be caught soon, emphasizing her desire for the violence to come to a halt.

A Separate Attack Downtown

In a separate but equally alarming incident, an 18-year-old man found himself in a terrifying situation downtown. In the early hours of Saturday morning, around 1:45 a.m., he was approached by a suspect who began throwing rocks at him in the 600 block of Soledad, near the Central Library. This barrage of rocks turned violent as the suspect assaulted the man, hitting him in the head before he collapsed. To make things worse, the assailant made off with the victim’s belongings.

Despite the brutal attack, the courageous young man walked to a nearby hospital to seek medical attention and promptly reported the robbery to the police. Officers quickly responded to his description and managed to track down the suspect, who attempted to flee but was captured after a brief chase. Authorities arrested a 19-year-old individual on charges of robbery and evading arrest, shedding some light on the chaotic events of the night.

Another Rock-Throwing Incident Raises Alarms

In an eerie twist of fate, yet another incident involved a man tossing rocks at cars from a grassy area along San Pedro Avenue. This reckless behavior culminated in a hit-and-run where the assailant found himself in serious trouble after being struck by three men. This led to the man being hospitalized in critical condition, showcasing the hazardous repercussions of such dangerous antics.

Additionally, surveillance footage recently emerged showing an individual throwing rocks through the windows of businesses at a shopping center on the Northeast Side. The sight of such destructive behavior raised alarms, prompting the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office to call for the public’s assistance in providing any pertinent information about these incidents.

Community Conversations

As San Antonio reels from these events, conversations about safety and responsibility are sure to follow. The community is coming together to find ways to prevent such dangerous actions and to ensure that residents can feel safe driving around their neighborhoods. The hope is that the voices of those hurt and scared will echo throughout the city, amplifying the need for change and accountability.

As the stories of Medlin and the young robbery victim circulate, they serve as critical reminders of how quickly an ordinary day can turn into a traumatic experience. Victims urge everyone to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to keep everyone safe. The sentiment is clear: enough is enough, and it’s time for this unsettling trend to be addressed before it escalates further.

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