SAN ANTONIO — A shooting at a landscaping business on Saturday morning left three employees dead and has been linked to a suspect who later turned the gun on himself. The shooter has been identified as Jose Hernandez Galo, a 21-year-old man.
Police received reports of the incident shortly before 8 a.m. at Mission Landscape Supply. Witnesses described a chaotic scene as Hernandez allegedly opened fire on employees, fatally shooting two men, ages 48 and 38, and a 24-year-old woman. First responders arrived quickly but were unable to save the victims, who were pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities launched a search for Hernandez following the shooting. Several hours later, he was discovered with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital, where his condition remains undisclosed.
The motive behind the shooting is still under investigation. San Antonio police have been conducting interviews and gathering evidence from the workplace, which has been a family-run business for many years. Local residents expressed shock and sadness, with many reflecting on the sense of community that the business fostered.
“This is a tragic loss for our neighborhood,” said a long-time resident. “It’s heartbreaking to hear that something like this could happen here.”
As authorities continue to piece together the events that led to the shooting, they are urging anyone with information to come forward. The community is mourning the loss of the victims, who many described as hardworking individuals who contributed positively to the area.
The incident has reignited discussions about workplace safety and gun violence in the region. Community leaders are calling for increased support for mental health resources to help prevent future tragedies. As the investigation unfolds, more details are expected to shed light on this devastating event.