In a shocking incident that developed in the early hours of the morning, a suspected car thief met a fatal end after being shot by the vehicle's owner in San Antonio.

SUSPECT FOUND DECEASED

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The confrontation took place at an apartment complex in San Antonio where the suspect was found deceased just before 4 a.m. According to local authorities, a resident reported discovering a 40-year-old man inside his vehicle, apparently in the process of committing theft. 

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VEHICLE OWNER TAKES ACTION

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As the suspect attempted to flee the scene with the car, the vehicle's owner resorted to gunfire. Struck by the shots, the suspect exited the vehicle, and attempted to run away, but succumbed to his injuries shortly thereafter.


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It remains unclear whether the vehicle owner will face charges for his actions, as law enforcement continues its investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting. 

THE MOST VIOLENT CITIES IN TEXAS

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What could transform a bustling city into a hotspot for crime, leaving its residents and visitors to navigate through a landscape marred by violence and property crimes? The answer isn't simple or precise. 

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Top 10 Most Violent Cities in Texas


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