Shoplifting suspect stabs security officer at East Side business, SAPD says

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SAN ANTONIO – A security officer working at a business in San Antonio is expected to recover after being stabbed on Friday night in a shocking incident.

The event unfolded just after 7:45 p.m. at a location on Southeast Loop 410. According to the San Antonio Police Department (SAPD), the security officer had detained a 35-year-old woman suspected of shoplifting.

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While the officer was in the process of gathering paperwork, the woman attempted to escape. In a sudden turn of events, as the security officer tried to handcuff her, she brandished a weapon and attacked him, stabbing him in the head.

Fortunately, the officer sustained non-life-threatening injuries. After the incident, he managed to transport himself to a local hospital for treatment. The authorities took the woman into custody, ensuring that she could not pose further danger.

This incident highlights the risks that security personnel face daily while trying to maintain safety in public spaces. It’s a reminder of the importance of security measures in businesses and the need for proper training in handling confrontational situations.

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