Teen Arrested in Laredo with Stolen San Antonio SUV

Suspect refused commands during traffic stop before complying, police say

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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A San Antonio teen was arrested in Laredo, Texas after officers located him driving a stolen BMW SUV and he refused commands during a traffic stop before eventually complying, according to the Laredo Police Department.

Why it matters

Vehicle theft is an ongoing issue in the region, with Laredo and San Antonio both experiencing high rates of auto theft. This incident highlights the need for continued vigilance and coordination between local law enforcement agencies to address this problem.

The details

Officers were alerted that a gray BMW SUV reported stolen out of San Antonio had been spotted in downtown Laredo. When police located the vehicle and attempted a traffic stop, the 18-year-old driver, Jonathan Vasquez, refused verbal commands and tried to flee before eventually putting the car in park and complying. A 16-year-old passenger was also detained.

  • On February 5, 2026, officers were advised around 2:30 p.m. that the stolen SUV had been seen in Laredo.
  • Later that day, officers located the vehicle and conducted the traffic stop.

The players

Jonathan Vasquez

An 18-year-old from San Antonio who was arrested and charged with unauthorized use of a motor vehicle and failure to identify.

San Antonio Police Department

The law enforcement agency that originally reported the gray BMW SUV as stolen.

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What’s next

The judge will determine whether to release Jonathan Vasquez on bond at his upcoming court hearing.

The takeaway

This case underscores the importance of regional cooperation between law enforcement agencies to combat the persistent problem of vehicle theft, which can have serious public safety implications when suspects refuse to comply with police orders.