The San Antonio community is mourning the loss of 16-year-old Jeremiah Delgado, who died after being critically injured in a deadly shootout that erupted during an attempted robbery on Tuesday, June 23, 2026.
On Thursday, the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office officially identified Jeremiah Delgado as the second victim killed in the incident, which occurred near Old Pearsall Road and Excellence Drive.
According to the San Antonio Police Department, officers responded to the scene at approximately 6:25 p.m. following reports of gunfire. Investigators said a 14-year-old boy was allegedly being robbed by two other teenagers and a 29-year-old man when the confrontation escalated into a shootout.
The 14-year-old victim, later identified by the Bexar County Medical Examiner as Michael Alvarez Jr., was pronounced dead at the scene. Jeremiah Delgado was transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Police said a 19-year-old and a 29-year-old, both believed to have been involved in the attempted robbery, were detained for questioning following the incident. As of the latest update, officials have not announced whether criminal charges have been filed.
The tragic deaths of Jeremiah Delgado and Michael Alvarez Jr. have left their families, friends, classmates, and the wider San Antonio community grieving two young lives lost in an act of violence.
As investigators work to determine the full sequence of events, community members continue to express their condolences and support for the families affected by the tragedy.
The San Antonio Police Department has not released additional details regarding the ongoing investigation, and authorities are expected to provide further updates as they become available.
Funeral and memorial service arrangements for Jeremiah Delgado have not yet been publicly announced.
Jeremiah Delgado will be remembered by those who knew and loved him, and heartfelt condolences are extended to his family, friends, and everyone mourning his untimely passing. May he rest in eternal peace.