Joint Base San Antonio faces random firing incidents

Separately occurring gunfire incidents at Joint Base San Antonio caused concern early Saturday morning. Hours apart, the incidents led to a security response from base personnel.

Officials deemed the gunfire manifestations as seemingly random acts, prompting security personnel to return fire during the second incident. The military ruled out any potential military affiliation of the shooters, although the motive behind their actions remained unclear.

Investigations and Impact

The San Antonio Police Department is currently engaged in the investigation, and as of now, no suspects have been apprehended. Fortunately, base security personnel were unharmed during these distressing events.

Details of the First Incident

The first incident reportedly took place at approximately 2:15 a.m. when gunfire was aimed towards the gate of Lackland Air Force Base's Chapman Training Annex, located at the intersection of Ray Ellison Boulevard and Medina Base Road. According to Sergeant Washington Moscoso from the San Antonio Police Department, security personnel reported hearing multiple shots, coupled with the sound of bullets passing by their location.