Rebecca Rodriguez was 12 when she was killed in a shooting at a house party on the West Side of San Antonio on March 18, 2023. The gathering on South Callaghan Road included adults and teenagers; Rebecca and another girl, 15, were standing outside when an unknown assailant opened fire. Rebecca was pronounced dead at the scene; the 15-year-old was wounded and taken to a hospital in stable condition.

Witnesses said roughly 20 to 50 people fled after the shooting, but police have not obtained detailed descriptions of a suspect or vehicle. No arrests have been made and the San Antonio Police Department continues to investigate. Rebecca’s family has been fundraising for funeral expenses and a headstone, and the community has held visitation and funeral services. City leaders have voiced concern about youth gun violence. If anyone has information that could identify who fired the shots, contact investigators.