On October 31, 2019, in San Antonio, Texas, 38-year-old Mike Holmes was tragically killed in a shooting incident. The Bexar County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that both Mike Holmes and 32-year-old Antonio Lopez died from gunshot wounds in the early hours of that day. The incident occurred around 3 a.m. at the Springview Manor Apartments on South Mel Waiters Way, near Martin Luther King Drive. An officer in the vicinity reported hearing 15 to 20 gunshots.
Upon investigation, officers discovered a dark blue Chevy SUV riddled with bullet holes. Inside the vehicle were Mike Holmes and Antonio Lopez, both suffering from fatal gunshot wounds. They were pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities believe that at least one individual approached the SUV from behind and opened fire. Several other vehicles in the parking lot were also damaged by gunfire.
Mike Holmes, born on October 13, 1981, in San Antonio, Texas, was a loving, funny, and outgoing individual. He attended Sam Houston High School and embraced his faith early in life at Palestine Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Lawrence Crenshaw. Mike was passionate about guiding the youth, emphasizing the importance of education and striving for a better future. He had a unique talent for making people smile with his jokes and infectious laughter, a trait that will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
As of the latest available information, the San Antonio Police Department had not identified any suspects in connection with the shooting. No arrests had been made, and the investigation remained ongoing. Authorities continued to seek information from the public to aid in solving the case.
