In the Heart of San Antonio, a Neighbor's Act of Bravery Had Devastating Consequences

Confrontation at Farmsville Drive

On Monday morning, officers arrived at a home on Farmsville Drive, not far from Marbach Road. There they found a man lying on the ground, suffering from a gunshot wound in his back. According to SAPD, the man and his father had confronted two individuals who were attempting to steal a car from a neighbor across the street. Both sides were armed with guns and engaged in a tense standoff.

The man was rushed to a local hospital in critical condition. It remains unclear whether the thieves, who fled the area in two separate cars, were also injured during the shooting. The sound of gunshots had initially been mistaken for something else by Bryan Castellon, who only realized later what had happened. He opened his door to see patrol cars rushing into the neighborhood.

The Value of a Life vs. a Car

Nina McCauley, the owner of the car in question, was shocked to learn that her neighbor had come so close to losing his life over it. “I hope he’s OK. I’ve been praying that he’s OK,” she said. “The car’s not worth it. Take the car. You can always get another one, but you can’t get another life.”

In hindsight, McCauley couldn’t help but wonder if things could have been different if she had been outside that morning, as she usually was. She believes that by being present, she might have deterred the thieves from targeting the car.

Investigation and the Search for Shooters

Investigators immediately targeted areas where they believed they might find evidence. They searched the neighborhood for any possible security video and checked the car for fingerprints. As of early Monday afternoon, they were still looking for the shooters who had managed to get away.

This incident has raised questions about the safety of neighborhoods and the lengths to which people will go to protect their property. It serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of life and the importance of being vigilant.