San Antonio Daily Brief: Zoo incident, crypto scam warning, and primary turnout

San Antonio’s Monday starts with a public-safety update downtown, a fresh warning about phone-and-crypto scams, and a look at where local voter turnout stands heading into Tuesday’s primary.

Zoo incident: Gun displayed during dispute

Police are investigating a report that a man pulled out a gun at the San Antonio Zoo on Sunday evening. Officers located the suspect and the weapon, and authorities said there was no ongoing threat to the public.

Investigators said the confrontation may have been connected to a child custody dispute. As of the latest update, the investigation was still ongoing and officials had not announced whether charges would be filed.

Sheriff warns of cryptocurrency scam targeting families

The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a scam in which callers pose as law enforcement or bond agents and pressure families into sending money through cryptocurrency kiosks. Officials said an elderly couple was directed to multiple locations and lost about $25,000 after being told it would help secure their son’s release from the county jail.

Authorities are urging anyone who gets a high-pressure call involving bail, legal threats, or instructions to use a crypto machine to hang up and verify through official channels.

Primary election: Early voting ends with big numbers

Early voting for the March 3 primary wrapped up with more than 180,000 ballots cast countywide, according to local election officials. The final-day surge was notable, and officials emphasized that voters should stay in line if they arrive before polls close, even if they encounter issues at the polling place.

With Election Day here tomorrow, expect heavier traffic around popular vote centers during the before-work rush, lunchtime, and late afternoon.

City boards: SAWS trustee applications open

The City of San Antonio is seeking applicants for the San Antonio Water System Board of Trustees, with an application deadline in early April. The board helps oversee system operations and finances, and it plays a role in recommendations tied to rates, fees, and long-term planning.

Sources

https://www.ksat.com/news/local/2026/03/02/sapd-investigating-after-man-pulled-out-gun-at-san-antonio-zoo/
https://www.ksat.com/news/local/2026/03/01/bexar-county-sheriff-warns-of-cryptocurrency-scams-after-elderly-couple-loses-25k/
https://www.ksat.com/news/local/2026/02/28/more-than-180000-ballots-cast-in-bexar-county-during-early-voting/
https://www.sa.gov/Directory/News-Releases/SAWS-Board-of-Trustees-is-Seeking-Applicants-2026