A late-night shooting outside a San Antonio nightclub has left one man dead and another injured, sparking an ongoing investigation by local authorities. The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the victim as 42-year-old Ricky Marquez, who died from a gunshot wound to the chest.
The incident occurred around 1:15 a.m. on Sunday outside the Papi Gallo Cantina, located near the intersection of Grosvenor Boulevard and Commercial Avenue. According to the San Antonio Police Department (SAPD), the shooting followed an altercation inside the nightclub involving two individuals. The confrontation spilled outside, where gunfire erupted, resulting in Marquez’s death and injuring a second victim.
Marquez was pronounced dead at the scene by first responders. The second victim, whose identity has not been released, was transported to a nearby hospital with gunshot wounds. Their current condition remains undisclosed.
The suspects fled the scene immediately after the shooting, and SAPD detectives are working to identify and locate them. Investigators are reviewing surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses to piece together the events leading up to the fatal incident.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to contact the San Antonio Police Department. Tips from the public could prove crucial in solving the case and bringing those responsible to justice.
This tragic incident highlights the dangers of escalating conflicts and the devastating consequences of gun violence. As the investigation continues, the San Antonio community is left mourning the loss of Ricky Marquez and hoping for the recovery of the injured victim.