Daniel Casares, 8, male, Hispanic/Latino, was shot inside a Southeast Side home in San Antonio on the afternoon of Friday, July 25, 2025. Police were called around 4:30 p.m. to the 3500 block of Bob Billa Street, where officers found him with a gunshot wound to the head and neck; he was rushed to a local hospital and later pronounced dead by the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office.
Early accounts described a group of children handling a firearm inside the home when it discharged, and investigators noted there were no parents or guardians present at the time.
Detectives identified the shooter as Daniel’s 13-year-old brother. He was detained at the scene along with other juveniles and, following interviews and evidence review, arrested and formally charged with manslaughter. Authorities emphasized the preliminary finding that the shot was fired while the teens were handling the gun, characterizing the case as an unintentional shooting pending the full investigation.
In the days that followed, Daniel’s family and community gathered to mourn him, sharing memories of a funny, bright child as they organized support and funeral fundraisers. News reports detailed a barbecue plate sale and recounted his mother’s reflections, underscoring the shock and grief that rippled across the neighborhood.
Juvenile court proceedings moved quickly. At an initial detention hearing, a judge ordered the 13-year-old to remain in custody while the case progressed, setting further court dates and conditions should release be granted, including a prohibition on weapon access and supervision requirements. Subsequent coverage indicated the teen was later approved for release to his grandmother’s care pending trial, with counseling and strict restrictions. As of the latest reports, the manslaughter charge stands and the investigation remains active, with no additional suspects announced by police.
