Man Charged in Road Rage Shooting of 10-Year-Old San Antonio Girl

41-year-old Bryan Arceo faces multiple counts of aggravated assault and endangering a child.

Jan. 31, 2026 at 12:23pm

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Police in San Antonio have arrested 41-year-old Bryan Arceo and charged him with three counts of aggravated assault and one count of endangering a child after he allegedly shot a 10-year-old girl during a road rage incident. The girl was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries, while two other adults in the vehicle were unharmed.

Why it matters

Road rage incidents involving firearms have become an increasingly concerning public safety issue, with innocent bystanders often caught in the crossfire. This case highlights the need for better education and enforcement around responsible gun ownership and de-escalation techniques for drivers.

The details

According to investigators, Arceo was backing out of a driveway 'aggressively' when another driver honked at him. Arceo then responded by firing his gun towards the victim's vehicle, striking the 10-year-old girl in the back seat. Arceo fled the scene but was later located and taken into custody by police.

  • The incident occurred on Friday morning.

The players

Bryan Arceo

A 41-year-old man charged with three counts of aggravated assault and one count of endangering a child after allegedly shooting a 10-year-old girl during a road rage incident.

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What’s next

Arceo's bond amount has not yet been listed online, and it is unclear when he will appear before a judge.

The takeaway

This case underscores the urgent need for better education and enforcement around responsible gun ownership and de-escalation techniques for drivers, as road rage incidents involving firearms continue to pose a serious threat to public safety.