Body Found in Brush Fire on San Antonio's Southeast Side

Police investigating after fire crews discover victim wrapped in materials

Mar. 29, 2026 at 1:50pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a charred, twisted piece of metal debris against a pitch-black background, conceptually illustrating the disturbing nature of the crime scene discovered by first responders.The grim discovery of a body wrapped in materials and set ablaze raises troubling questions about violent crime in this San Antonio neighborhood.San Antonio Today

San Antonio fire crews responding to a small brush fire on the city's Southeast Side on Saturday morning discovered a body that had been wrapped in materials and set ablaze, according to the San Antonio Police Department. Authorities have not released any details about the victim or a potential suspect, and the investigation is ongoing.

Why it matters

This disturbing discovery raises concerns about public safety and the potential for violent crime in the area. The incident also highlights the challenges first responders can face when dealing with suspicious circumstances during emergency calls.

The details

Fire crews were called to the 1500 block of Rigsby Avenue just after 7:30 a.m. on Saturday to extinguish a small brush fire. As they put out the flames, they found what appeared to be a body that had been wrapped in various materials and set on fire. The San Antonio Police Department was called in to assist with the investigation, but no other details about the victim or how the body ended up at the location have been released so far.

  • The fire was reported just after 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 29, 2026.

The players

San Antonio Fire Department

The local fire department that responded to the brush fire and discovered the body.

San Antonio Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that is investigating the incident after being called in by the fire department.

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What’s next

Authorities have not provided any timeline for when more information about the victim or the circumstances surrounding the discovery of the body may be released to the public.

The takeaway

This tragic discovery highlights the need for continued vigilance and cooperation between first responders and law enforcement to address public safety concerns in the San Antonio community.