Press release from Southwest Texas College

05/29/26

  (Uvalde, Texas) Southwest Texas College confirms that an incident occurred on the Uvalde campus at approximately 2:21 p.m. on Thursday, May 28, involving two students in the Powerline Technology program and a bucket truck. The incident resulted in the death of one student and injuries to another.

  Emergency responders arrived promptly, and the injured students were transported for medical care. College personnel responded immediately and are providing support to the students’ families.

  Out of respect for the students and their families, the college will not release additional details or identify those involved at this time. College officials are reviewing the incident and cooperating with appropriate internal and external partners as needed.

  The safety and well-being of students, employees, and visitors remain a top priority. Southwest Texas College extends its condolences to the family and friends of the student who passed away and asks the community to keep both students and their families in their prayers.

  Additional information will be shared as appropriate and consistent with privacy protections and legal guidance.

  About Southwest Texas College
Southwest Texas College is a regional, “open door” institution serving an 11-county area that stretches from the Texas Hill Country to the US-Mexican border. Since 1946 SWTX has provided accessible, affordable, high-quality education that prepares students to successfully transfer to senior colleges and universities; enter the job market; pursue their professional and personal goals; and contribute to the economic growth of the region. The college’s mission is to enrich lives and advance growth through the education of our diverse communities.

To learn more about SWTX, visit swtxc.edu. For more information on this story, contact Ismael Martinez, SWTX Social Media/Public Relations Specialist at 830-591-2942 or imartinez@swtxc.edu.

04-22-26
By Michael Robinson | Uvalde Hesperian

Just before Noon today, Uvalde police. Uvalde County Sheriff’s Officers and other first responders swarmed the Uvalde Walmart and evacuated Walmart employees and employees who work at businesses located in the retail strip center east of the big box store. Some employees gathered at Tex Best Convenience store across Highway 90.

According to a statement from the Uvalde Police Department, it said, ‘At approximately 11:11 am, the Walmart customer service desk received an anonymous phone call from a male subject who spoke with an accent and stated that an explosive device had been placed inside the store and would detonate within 30 minutes. Walmart personnel immediately notified the Uvalde Police Department.”

The press release continued stating that a systematic search of the building was made.

“During the reentry process for store employees, a separate male subject made a follow-up threat to employees, which was secondary to the original incident and not related to the initial bomb threat. Employees again notified law enforcement. Officers from the Uvalde Police Department and assisting agencies responded immediately, located the individual, and took him into custody. The subject was arrested and charged with Terroristic Threat,” the statement said.

According to sources, South Ham Lane was closed off for a portion of the time.

The Uvalde Police Department released the following post on the agency’s Facebook page.

by Michael Robinson | Uvalde Hesperian

11-14-24

The Uvalde Police Department and a Texas Ranger Division has teamed up on an investigation involving the death of an infant, according to Uvalde Police Department’s

Public Information Officer Fernando Fernandez.

According to information obtained from a neighbor (which is currently unverified)  an infant was found dead Wednesday at a residence on Mill Street Wednesday, November 13th, 2024.

Fernandez stated the department will release updates when they becomes available.

Michael Robinson | Uvalde Hesperian

10-22-24

On Friday, October 18th, a parent of a Knippa school students contacted the Uvalde Hesperian reporting that she was informed by the Knippa ISD Principal Melissa Garza her child’s name wes included on a “kill list” created by another student who is currently under investigation by the Knippa School’s Police Department.  Two parents who have communicated with the Uvalde Hesperian have choosing to remain anonymous at this time.

“I’m scared to death for my children,” another parent said.

According to a statement from school district officals, the student who is alleged to have created the list has been removed from school.

A second parent received a call from Knippa School Principal Melissa Garza on Friday, October 18th informing her of her children’s names were also on the list.

According to an official statement (see below) just released by the district, the list contained both students’ and teachers’ names.

Uvalde County Sheriff Ruben Nolasco informed the parent and a San Antonio TV news reporter his department is assisting this ongoing investigation.

The Uvalde Hesperian sent an email to Knippa ISD Superintendent Benny Hernandez shortly before 8AM Tuesday morning, October 22st requesting an official statement or comment and also followed up with a phone call requesting a return call.

According to one parent, the District Attorney is also involved in the investigation.