Man faces charges for threatening CEO of Turning Point USA, bomb threats in San Antonio

A man was arrested after allegedly threatening Erika Kirk and posting bomb threats targeting downtown San Antonio ahead of her June visit for a Turning Point USA event.

Online records state that Jacob Wenske, 26, faces charges of terroristic threat – impact to public service/public fear – serious bodily injury/influence government. This charge is a third degree felony.

According to an arrest affidavit, on April 12, the San Antonio Express-News published a Facebook post promoting Turning Point USA’s Women’s Leadership Summit set to occur June 5 through June 7 at the San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter. The post also referenced Erika Kirk visiting San Antonio for the event. Erika Kirk became CEO of Turning Point USA following the assassination of her husband and conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

The legal document states Wenske posted in the comment section “I know exactly where to bomb.” Wenske later posted again in the same comment threat, “I can’t wait to be the valet for her escort.” Further investigation revealed Wenske previously worked for a parking management company, providing valet services to hotels and special events.

Authorities said these comments signify targeted violence and “are commonly interpreted as threats of mass-casualty violence.” The comments could also indicate surveillance and interest in the event’s entry points.

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