BEXAR COUNTY, Texas – A tragic incident occurred at the Bexar County Adult Detention Center where an inmate, Joshua Aaron Reyes, aged 24, died by suicide. This heartbreaking news was confirmed by the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) on Tuesday afternoon.
The situation unfolded when a BCSO supervisor, while conducting routine security checks, discovered Reyes unresponsive in his cell. Emergency medical personnel were promptly called to the scene in an attempt to revive him.
Despite the swift response, including assistance from San Antonio fire crews, Reyes was pronounced dead at the scene at 10:50 a.m. The sheriff’s office has classified this incident as a suicide, although the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office will make the final determination on the cause and manner of death.
Reyes had been booked into the detention center on November 22, 2025, facing several charges, such as harassment of a public servant and multiple counts of assault on peace officers. He also had a parole violation related to an aggravated assault case involving a deadly weapon.
In line with the Sandra Bland Act, the Bexar County Precinct 2 Constables Office is investigating Reyes’ death. Additionally, the Texas Commission on Jail Standards has been informed, and the BCSO’s Internal Affairs Unit is conducting an administrative investigation to ensure all protocols were followed during the incident.
This incident is part of a concerning trend at the Bexar County Adult Detention Center. Earlier this year, another inmate, Juan Plata Peña Jr., died due to medical complications after being hospitalized. Furthermore, Tammy Hovland, another inmate, passed away three weeks after suffering serious injuries from an assault by her cellmate.
If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues or suicidal thoughts, it’s important to seek help. Resources are available, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or by texting TALK to 741-741. For additional support, you can reach out to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) or the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) at 210-223-7233 (SAFE) or 800-316-9241, and you can also text NAMI to 741-741 for immediate assistance.
