Laredo Woman Arrested for Assaulting Pregnant Sister During Road Trip

Authorities say the 24-year-old attacked her 8-month pregnant sibling after refusing to make a stop on the way to San Antonio.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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A 24-year-old Laredo woman named Myra Solis was arrested and charged with assault of a pregnant person, a third-degree felony, after allegedly attacking her 22-year-old pregnant sister during a road trip to San Antonio. According to police, Solis began pulling her sister's hair and punching her in the back of the head from the backseat of the vehicle after the sister refused to make a stop before continuing their journey.

Why it matters

Assaults on pregnant women are considered especially egregious crimes due to the heightened vulnerability of the victim and the potential harm to the unborn child. This incident highlights the need for greater awareness and support around domestic violence, especially when expectant mothers are involved.

The details

Police responded to the assault report around 8:24 p.m. on February 16th in the 1300 block of West Mann Road in Laredo. The 22-year-old complainant, who was 8 months pregnant at the time, told officers that Solis attacked her after she refused to make a stop before continuing their trip to San Antonio. Solis allegedly began pulling her sister's hair and punching her in the back of the head from the backseat. When questioned, Solis claimed the complainant had insulted her, leading to the altercation.

  • The incident occurred around 8:24 p.m. on February 16, 2026.
  • Solis was booked into the Webb County Jail on February 17, 2026 and released the same day on a $5,000 personal recognizance bond.

The players

Myra Solis

A 24-year-old Laredo woman who was arrested and charged with assault of a pregnant person, a third-degree felony, for allegedly attacking her 22-year-old pregnant sister during a road trip.

The 22-year-old complainant

The 8-month pregnant sister of Myra Solis who was allegedly assaulted by Solis during the road trip.

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What they’re saying

“When asked about the allegations, Solis told officers the complainant began insulting her.”

— Myra Solis (Laredo Morning Times)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Myra Solis out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the need for greater awareness and support around domestic violence, especially when expectant mothers are involved. Assaults on pregnant women are considered especially egregious crimes due to the heightened vulnerability of the victim and the potential harm to the unborn child.