SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) has charged a man in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred at an illegal gambling house on the city’s south side.
The incident took place late Saturday night at a residence on the 400 block of South Zarzamora Street. According to SAPD, officers responded to a report of shots fired at the location and found a man with multiple gunshot wounds. The victim, who has been identified as 32-year-old Juan Martinez, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators believe that the shooting was the result of a dispute over illegal gambling activities taking place at the residence. A suspect was quickly identified by witnesses at the scene and was later apprehended by SAPD officers.
The suspect has been identified as 28-year-old Jose Ramirez. He has been charged with murder and is currently being held at the Bexar County Jail on a $500,000 bond.
SAPD has stated that the illegal gambling house where the shooting occurred has been a known hot spot for criminal activity in the area. They are working to shut down these types of establishments in an effort to curb violence and keep the community safe.
Neighbors in the area have expressed concern over the prevalence of illegal gambling houses in their neighborhood and are hopeful that the recent arrest will lead to increased police presence and a crackdown on these illegal activities.
The investigation into the fatal shooting is ongoing and SAPD is asking anyone with information to come forward. They can contact the SAPD Homicide Unit at (210) 207-7635 or Crime Stoppers at (210) 224-STOP (7867) to provide tips anonymously.
As the community mourns the loss of Juan Martinez, SAPD is committed to bringing those responsible to justice and ensuring that illegal gambling houses are not allowed to operate unchecked in San Antonio.
