Laredo Police Arrest Man After Gun Incident
A 66-year-old man faces felony charges after allegedly following three juveniles and brandishing a rifle.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Crime — General
Laredo police arrested 66-year-old Jose De Jesus Segura following reports that he followed three juveniles in a white pickup and brandished a BB gun. Segura is accused of attempting to run over a 17-year-old before officers located him on Vidaurri Avenue.
Why it matters
The incident prompted a rapid law enforcement response to reports of an individual pointing a weapon at youth in the community. Authorities are now managing the legal processing of the suspect following his booking at the county jail.
Jose De Jesus Segura is currently booked into the Webb County Jail on charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and deadly conduct. He remained in custody as of Tuesday morning.
The players
Jose De Jesus Segura
The 66-year-old suspect is currently in custody following his arrest on aggravated assault and deadly conduct charges.
Laredo Police Department
The local agency is responsible for investigating crimes and maintaining public order within the city of Laredo.
Webb County Jail
This facility serves as the primary detention center for individuals processed by law enforcement agencies within the county.
The details
Officers responded to the 1900 block of Santa Rita Avenue at 6:20 p.m. on October 26, 2026, after receiving reports of a man pointing a rifle at a teenager. Police subsequently tracked the suspect to the 2000 block of Vidaurri Avenue, where he was apprehended.
Timeline
October 26, 2026, 6:20 p.m.: Officers responded to reports of a gun on Santa Rita Avenue.
October 27, 2026: The suspect remained held in jail.
Legal Context
The charges filed against the suspect follow the definitions and sentencing guidelines established in the Texas Penal Code. Similar cases involving the brandishing of weapons are prosecuted in this jurisdiction based on the specific threat posed to victims.
Residents in the Santa Rita and Vidaurri Avenue neighborhoods may notice continued police activity as the investigation proceeds. The department has officially processed the suspect, moving the incident into the local court system.
The takeaway
This incident serves as a reminder for residents to report suspicious behavior involving weapons to local authorities immediately. Keeping clear of volatile confrontations is the most effective way to maintain personal safety when such threats emerge.
Further reading
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