Three San Antonio police officers were arraigned on murder charges on Tuesday, June 21, 2023. They were charged with one count of murder each in the fatal shooting of a man who was running away from them. The officers’ names are Ruben DeLeon, Michael Galvan, and Patrick Alvarez.
The incident, captured on body camera footage, shows the officers chasing the unarmed man, Robert Enciso, down an alleyway. Enciso was attempting to flee from the officers. During the pursuit, the San Antonio police officers fired multiple shots, resulting in Enciso being struck several times. Tragically, he died at the scene.
The officers have claimed that they perceived Enciso as a threat and acted in self-defense. However, the body camera footage does not provide evidence of Enciso posing any danger to the officers.
The arraignment of the three officers has sparked significant outrage in San Antonio. Opinions are divided, with some believing that the murder charges are unwarranted, arguing that the officers were simply performing their duties. Others, however, contend that the officers employed excessive force and should be held accountable for Enciso’s death.
The case remains ongoing, and its outcome is uncertain. Nevertheless, the arraignment of the three officers marks a noteworthy development in the case. Observers eagerly await the unfolding events and the resolution of this contentious matter.
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