Teen Wounded in Early-Morning Shooting on San Antonio’s South Side

Teen Shot on South Side in Early-Morning Incident

A 19-year-old male was shot early Wednesday morning on the South Side of San Antonio. The incident occurred around 12:30 a.m. on West Malone Avenue near South Flores Street.

Details of the Shooting

According to investigators, a driver pulled up next to the 19-year-old and fired multiple shots. The gunfire struck the teenager in the lower back. The shooting took place as the victim was in a vehicle on West Malone Avenue in the area of South Flores Street.

Victim Seeks Help and Receives Medical Care

After being shot, the 19-year-old was able to drive to a nearby school parking lot. From that location, he called for help. Emergency responders arrived and transported him to a hospital.

Current Condition and Ongoing Investigation

Authorities report that the victim was taken to the hospital in stable condition. Investigators have documented that the shooting involved a driver who pulled alongside the teen’s vehicle and opened fire. No additional details about the driver or vehicle were provided in the available information.

Location and Time Significance

The shooting on West Malone Avenue near South Flores Street adds to a series of overnight incidents occurring in San Antonio. In this case, the timing at approximately 12:30 a.m. and the teen’s ability to reach a school parking lot for assistance were key factors in enabling a prompt medical response.