SAN ANTONIO, TX — What should have been a joyous occasion turned tragic late Saturday night when a quinceañera celebration at Villa Coronado Venue on Roosevelt Avenue took a violent turn, leading to injuries and a chaotic scene.
The incident occurred around 11:15 p.m. when partygoers were leaving the venue after the celebration. According to the San Antonio Police Department, a fight broke out between the party patrons and security officers. During the altercation, a security guard was assaulted, and in the heat of the moment, one of the guards discharged their duty weapon into the ground. The gunfire resulted in shrapnel hitting an individual, causing injury.
Although police responded quickly to the scene, they were initially unable to locate a victim on-site. However, moments later, officers were notified that a man had arrived at Baptist Neighborhood Hospital, about ten minutes from the venue, seeking treatment for injuries consistent with gunshot shrapnel. Thankfully, the injuries were non-life-threatening, but the chaotic situation left the community shaken.
One person was arrested at the scene for allegedly assaulting a security guard during the confrontation. The circumstances surrounding the initial fight and subsequent gun discharge are still under investigation by the San Antonio Police Department.
The incident has raised concerns about safety and security at public events, and the Villa Coronado Venue, known for hosting quinceañeras and other celebrations, now finds itself under scrutiny. As the investigation continues, authorities are piecing together the details of the altercation and examining the role of security measures at the event.
The San Antonio community is left reeling from the violence that marred what should have been a beautiful celebration of tradition and family. Our thoughts are with all those involved as the investigation progresses, and we await further updates.
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