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Firearms case backlog at Bexar County crime lab caused by complex crimes, staffing issues

Published: November 4, 2025 at 7:36 PM

The Bexar County Criminal Investigation Lab is experiencing backlogs in its DNA, firearms and drug analysis sections. KSAT found that cases in all categories remain unworked after 30 days.

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