Whataburger Stop Turns Into Civil Rights Case | San Antonio News

San Antonio News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 7, 2026 · 1m

A San Antonio woman dropped her civil rights lawsuit against VIA Transit police after an officer pulled her from her car at a Whataburger drive-thru in September 2023, mistaking her vehicle—bearing incorrect dealership plates—for stolen property. She claimed the officer injured her ribs and twisted her arm, describing his behavior as aggressive and unprofessional. Though VIA said no settlement was reached and the officer, who had prior disciplinary issues including a policy-violating pursuit, is no longer employed, the woman chose to dismiss the case after her attorney recommended a second…