Shooting Erupts in Frost Bank Center Parking Lot After Spurs Game

Suspect arrested after allegedly striking a car and shooting a witness who approached his vehicle

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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A 48-year-old man was shot twice in the upper body in a busy parking lot at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio shortly after a Spurs game on Thursday night. According to the Bexar County Sheriff's Office, the suspect struck a parked car as he was leaving and then shot the victim when the witness approached his vehicle. The victim was taken to the hospital in serious condition, and the suspect was arrested at the scene.

Why it matters

Incidents of violence in crowded public spaces, especially after major sporting events, raise concerns about public safety and the need for improved security measures. This shooting also highlights the risks that bystanders can face when trying to intervene in confrontations between strangers.

The details

The shooting occurred at 10:04 p.m. in Lot 7 of the Frost Bank Center as fans were exiting the arena following the Spurs game. According to Sheriff Javier Salazar, the suspect, a 47-year-old man, struck a parked car as he was leaving. When witnesses attempted to get the driver's license plate, the victim approached the suspect's truck on foot, leading to an argument. The suspect then fired two shots from inside his vehicle, striking the 48-year-old victim in the upper body.

  • The shooting occurred at 10:04 p.m. on March 6, 2026, shortly after the Spurs game ended.
  • The victim was taken to SAMMC for surgery following the incident.

The players

Bexar County Sheriff's Office

The local law enforcement agency that responded to and investigated the shooting incident.

Javier Salazar

The Bexar County Sheriff who provided details about the shooting to the media.

Frost Bank Center

The arena where the Spurs basketball team plays, and where the shooting occurred in the parking lot after the game.

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What they’re saying

“When he left here, he was somewhat stable, but they said that his condition started to downgrade, and that's when they discovered that he'd actually been shot twice.”

— Javier Salazar, Bexar County Sheriff (si.com)

“With witnesses, we just really want you to be eyes and ears. Don't get involved. Don't try to be a vigilante. Don't try to stop, you know, physically stand in the way of something.”

— Javier Salazar, Bexar County Sheriff (si.com)

What’s next

The 47-year-old suspect faces a charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and the charges would be upgraded if the victim does not survive.

The takeaway

This shooting incident highlights the need for improved security measures and crowd control protocols at large public events, as well as the risks that bystanders can face when trying to intervene in confrontations between strangers. It serves as a reminder for witnesses to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity to authorities rather than putting themselves in harm's way.