San Antonio Man Arrested in Alleged Ambush Shooting

Suspect used woman's phone to lure victim into parking lot attack, police say

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Police in San Antonio have arrested a 20-year-old man accused of using a woman's phone to lure a 21-year-old victim into a parking lot ambush, where the suspect allegedly shot the victim once in the arm before the victim was able to drive to a nearby food truck for help.

Why it matters

This case highlights the dangers of social media impersonation and how online interactions can quickly escalate into real-world violence, raising concerns about public safety and the need for caution when meeting someone in person after connecting online.

The details

According to an arrest warrant, the suspect, Jesus Nunez Hernandez, allegedly grabbed the woman's phone, used her Facebook account to message the victim, and arranged the meeting in the parking lot. When the victim showed up, Hernandez allegedly opened fire, hitting the victim in the arm. Investigators believe the attack was motivated by jealousy over the victim messaging the suspect's girlfriend.

  • The alleged incident occurred on August 17, 2025.
  • Hernandez was arrested by police this week and charged with aggravated assault.

The players

Jesus Nunez Hernandez

A 20-year-old San Antonio resident who has been charged with aggravated assault for allegedly luring a 21-year-old victim into a parking lot ambush and shooting him.

The 21-year-old victim

The victim of the alleged parking lot ambush, who was shot once in the arm but was able to drive to a nearby food truck for help.

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What’s next

Prosecutors are expected to review the arrest paperwork and decide how to proceed with formal charges and court scheduling for Hernandez.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of caution and safety when meeting someone in person after connecting online, as well as the potential risks of social media impersonation and the need for vigilance to prevent such dangerous escalations.