Mikey Valdez Obituary, Man killed by officer in Market Square shooting identified
Mikey Valdez Obituary – The San Antonio Police Chief William McManus revealed that one of the individuals involved in the Market Square shooting early Sunday had been previously arrested this month and was linked to multiple vehicle burglaries.
Mikey Valdez, 18, was identified by the Bexar County Medical Examiner as one of the shooters at a Fiesta event. The incident resulted in two fatalities and four injuries following an altercation that led to an officer-involved shooting. According to reports, the shooting occurred at Margarita Alley, an outdoor area near Market Square, where Valdez fired at a 20-year-old individual. Valdez had been apprehended in January for various felony charges, including theft of a vehicle, unauthorized vehicle use, and unlawful possession of a weapon.
The suspect was known for targeting crowded parking lots, breaking into vehicles, and stealing items, including firearms. During the recent incident, officers on duty near Conch Alley heard a gunshot as a concert concluded, prompting them to pursue Valdez, who was seen fleeing the scene. Subsequently, officers witnessed Valdez firing at the 20-year-old, leading to a confrontation where both officers and Valdez exchanged gunfire, resulting in the latter’s demise. The 20-year-old victim succumbed to his injuries at a local medical facility.
