Pregnant Woman, Teen Injured in San Antonio Road Rage Shooting

Three suspects in custody after shotgun fired into car near Loop 410

Apr. 7, 2026 at 10:03am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a single shotgun shell casing lying on the ground, reflecting harsh, direct lighting that creates a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic.A single shotgun shell casing found at the scene of a road rage shooting that left a pregnant woman and teenager injured in San Antonio.San Antonio Today

A pregnant woman and a teenager were injured in a Southwest Side road rage shooting in San Antonio on Monday night. Police say two people were inside a car when someone fired shotgun rounds into the vehicle, leaving the 18-year-old man and 20-year-old pregnant woman with non-life-threatening injuries. Both were taken to a hospital for treatment, and three suspects are now in custody as the investigation continues.

Why it matters

Road rage incidents involving firearms have become an increasing concern in San Antonio and across the country, with innocent bystanders often caught in the crossfire. This shooting highlights the dangers of escalating conflicts on the road and the need for greater public awareness and law enforcement efforts to address this growing problem.

The details

According to police, the road rage incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. on Monday near the intersection of Old Pearsall Road and Southwest Military Drive, close to Loop 410. The two victims, an 18-year-old man and a 20-year-old pregnant woman, suffered birdshot and glass-related injuries to their arms after someone in another vehicle fired a shotgun at their car. Both victims were transported to a local hospital, where they are expected to recover.

  • The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. on Monday, April 7, 2026.

The players

18-year-old man

One of the victims who was injured in the shooting.

20-year-old pregnant woman

The other victim who was injured in the shooting.

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What’s next

The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, and police are working to identify and apprehend the suspects involved.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for greater awareness and action to address the growing problem of road rage and gun violence in San Antonio and across the country. Innocent bystanders, including a pregnant woman, should not have to fear for their safety while traveling on public roads.