Woman's body found on fire near San Antonio greenway

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A woman's body was discovered on fire near the Leon Creek Greenway in San Antonio on Friday morning. First responders were called to the scene just before 9 a.m. at the Prue Road Trailhead, where people on the trail had noticed a fire in the nearby woods. Evidence of an accelerant on the woman's body suggests she may have been set on fire, though it's unclear if it was self-inflicted or involved foul play. The woman's cause and manner of death remain under investigation.

Why it matters

This tragic discovery near a popular public greenway has raised concerns about public safety in the area and prompted an investigation into the woman's death. Authorities are working to determine if this was an isolated incident or if there are any broader public safety issues that need to be addressed.

The details

According to police, first responders were called to the scene just before 9 a.m. on Friday at the Prue Road Trailhead, where people on the trail had noticed a fire in the nearby woods. One person went to investigate and discovered the woman's body. Police said there was evidence of an accelerant on the woman's body, suggesting she may have been set on fire, though it's unclear if it was self-inflicted or involved foul play. The woman's cause and manner of death remain under investigation.

• The incident was reported to authorities just before 9 a.m. on Friday, April 10, 2026.

What’s next

Authorities have stated the 'immediate area' will be closed off for the next one to two hours as the investigation continues. The rest of the Leon Creek Greenway remains open to the public.