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Arbitrator to decide fate of ex-SAPD officer Duque after two-day hearing
Duque was accused of groping, fighting, and breaking a window at a children's birthday party in 2023
Published on Feb. 19, 2026
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The future of former San Antonio police officer Jeremias Duque Jr. now rests with a single arbitrator after a two-day hearing that ended this afternoon. Duque was accused of groping the homeowner's mother, getting into a physical fight, and breaking a window while trying to get inside the home during what was meant to be a children's birthday party in July 2023. San Antonio Police Chief William McManus testified that Duque's conduct warranted the discipline he received, while Duque denied remembering any groping and maintained he was attacked at the party. Both sides have rested, and the arbitrator is expected to rule in 60 to 90 days on whether Duque will get his job back.
Why it matters
This case highlights the ongoing challenges and controversies surrounding police misconduct allegations and disciplinary actions, as well as the role of arbitration in determining the fate of officers accused of inappropriate behavior.
The details
Duque was accused of groping the homeowner's mother, getting into a physical fight, and breaking a window while trying to get inside the home during what was meant to be a children's birthday party in July 2023. San Antonio Police Chief William McManus testified that Duque's conduct warranted the discipline he received, while Duque denied remembering any groping and maintained he was attacked at the party. Both sides have rested, and the arbitrator is expected to rule in 60 to 90 days on whether Duque will get his job back.
- The incident occurred at a children's birthday party in July 2023.
- The two-day arbitration hearing ended this afternoon.
The players
Jeremias Duque Jr.
A former San Antonio police officer who was accused of groping, fighting, and breaking a window at a children's birthday party in 2023.
William McManus
The San Antonio Police Chief who testified that Duque's conduct warranted the discipline he received.
What they’re saying
“This was totally uncalled for, and the indefinite suspension was well deserved.”
— William McManus, San Antonio Police Chief (foxsanantonio.com)
“The witness described officer Duque's behavior immorality inappropriate and when he confronted officer Duque about the matter, he alleged that officer Duque told him could whatever he wanted.”
— William McManus, San Antonio Police Chief (foxsanantonio.com)
“It's not in my character to do such things, I've drank before in the military, in the marines. I've never gone to that point where bad things happen.”
— Jeremias Duque Jr. (foxsanantonio.com)
What’s next
The arbitrator is expected to rule in 60 to 90 days on whether Duque will get his job back.
The takeaway
This case highlights the ongoing challenges and controversies surrounding police misconduct allegations and disciplinary actions, as well as the role of arbitration in determining the fate of officers accused of inappropriate behavior.
