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local13 days ago•52 min saved

APD Shootout in North Austin Ends With Suspect in Custody

A suspect is in custody after exchanging gunfire with an Austin Police Department officer in north Austin near I-35 and US-290. A shelter-in-place was issued and later lifted as SWAT negotiators secured the suspect in an apartment on Camino La Costa; the officer involved is on administrative leave and no injuries were reported. Northbound I-35 frontage roads were closed during the incident. APD will provide updates in a briefing as the investigation continues; the shooting occurred in Austin City Council District 4, within broader officer-involved shooting data in the city since 2018.

via KXAN Austin|

#apd #austin #i-35

crime16 days ago•13 min saved

SWAT Ends NE Albuquerque Barricade After Man Fires at Delivery Driver

A NE Albuquerque incident began when a resident fired at a food delivery driver; police blockaded the area and SWAT took over negotiations to resolve the barricade, eventually taking the suspect, Nathan Burks, into custody. The delivery driver was not injured and residents in the area were asked to shelter in place during the response.

via ABQ RAW|

#albuquerque #apd #crime

crime16 days ago•13 min saved

APD Probes Second Homicide in 25 Hours at NE Albuquerque Home

APD detectives are investigating a fatal stabbing found inside a Northeast Albuquerque home (1100 block of Arizona St NE, between Lomas Blvd and Marble Ave NE) after a welfare check. A man was found dead; homicide detectives and crime scene investigators are on scene, and this marks the second homicide in roughly 25 hours.

via ABQ RAW|

#albuquerque #apd #crime

crime3 months ago•3 min saved

Austin police seek tips in weekend of random shootings

Austin police are asking for the public's help identifying suspect(s) tied to up to nine weekend shootings that injured up to four people; two incidents targeted Austin fire stations and there is no clear motive yet. A shelter-in-place order was issued for a large area of South Austin. The suspect is described as a male in his late teens, driving a black/dark-blue 2012 Hyundai Sonata with a broken right window; police said he may also have been in a gold sedan or a white Kia Optima. Tip lines and Crime Stoppers offer rewards up to $1,000 for information leading to an arrest.

via KVUE|

#apd #austin-shootings #crime

local-news1 year ago•3 min saved

Nationwide Anti-ICE Protests Erupt Amid Los Angeles Unrest

The Austin Police Department provided an update on June 9, 2025, regarding protests that began at the Texas Capitol and escalated in downtown Austin, resulting in arrests, officer injuries, and property damage. APD emphasized support for peaceful protests while condemning unlawful actions, and announced increased police presence for upcoming demonstrations to ensure safety and accountability.

via AustinTexas.gov|

#apd #arrests #austin-protests

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

"Fatal Police Shooting at Walmart: Suspect Grabs Officer's Rifle"

Albuquerque police shot and killed a man in a Walmart parking lot after he grabbed an officer's rifle and started firing. The incident occurred while officers were looking for a woman involved in armed robberies, leading to the arrest of the woman and the fatal shooting of her getaway driver. The police chief stated that the officers tried to control the situation in a busy area to prevent injuries to civilians, and the investigation is ongoing.

via KOB 4|

#albuquerque #apd #armed-robbery

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

"Albuquerque Police Investigate Two Fatal Shootings in Northeast Area"

Albuquerque police are investigating two separate homicides that occurred on the same day, with both incidents involving a group of people fleeing after the shootings. The first shooting took place near Central and Pennsylvania, while the second occurred at a restaurant near Menaul and University. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward, and these incidents mark the 16th and 17th homicide investigations for the year in Albuquerque.

via KOB 4|

#albuquerque #apd #crime

crimeincident2 years ago•1 min saved

SWAT Team Responds to Incident in South Austin, One Arrest Made

The Austin Police Department's SWAT team is responding to a barricaded subject call in south Austin near West Ben White Boulevard, asking people to avoid the area as a public information officer is en route for a media briefing, with updates to follow as the situation develops.

via KXAN.com|

#apd #barricaded-subject #crimeincident

law-enforcement2 years ago•2 min saved

Albuquerque Police Chief's Controversial Crash: A Closer Look

Albuquerque Police Department's chief of police, Harold Medina, was involved in a car crash while en route to a press conference, where he and his wife encountered a situation involving a homeless encampment and a fight with a gun. The incident has raised questions about potential policy violations, including the use of an unmarked police car and the activation of his body camera. An internal affairs review has been initiated to determine if any policies were breached.

via KOB 4|

#apd #car-crash #internal-affairs-review

public-safety2 years ago•2 min saved

"Albuquerque Police Chief Medina Involved in Crash While Dodging Gunfire"

Albuquerque Police Chief Harold Medina witnessed a shooting while en route to a news conference, and ended up crashing into another car to avoid gunfire. The shooting occurred as he was about to report a homeless encampment blocking a sidewalk. One person was injured in the crash, but the shooting victim was unharmed. Mayor Keller praised Medina's actions and emphasized the need to make the city safer, highlighting the prevalence of illegal substances in such incidents. APD is now searching for the individuals involved in the fight.

via KOB 4|

#albuquerque #apd #crime

law-enforcement2 years ago•1 min saved

"APD Internal Affairs Commander Placed on Leave Amid FBI Probe and DWI Dismissal"

The Albuquerque Police Department has placed the commander of the Internal Affairs Division on administrative leave as part of an ongoing investigation into allegations of wrongdoing by DWI officers, with five officers also placed on leave and one officer resigning. This comes in connection to a federal investigation into multiple DWI unit officers, although none of the officers reportedly involved have been charged at this time.

via KOB 4|

#administrative-leave #apd #dwi

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

"Repeat Offender's DWI Charge Dismissed Amid Federal Investigation"

Caleb McVey, who has been charged with driving under the influence six times, had his most recent DWI charge dismissed due to a federal investigation into the Albuquerque Police Department's DWI unit. The investigation, which has led to the dismissal of about 200 cases, involves officers who were part of the arrests. McVey's history includes multiple DWI arrests this year, with incidents involving drugs and alcohol.

via KOB 4|

#apd #crime #dismissal

crime2 years ago•0 min saved

"Police Investigate Body Recovery from Lady Bird Lake in Austin"

The Austin Police Department is conducting a death investigation after a body was discovered in Lady Bird Lake. The body was found following a welfare check in the area, and police are actively recovering the body. No further details have been released at this time.

via KXAN.com|

#apd #austin #body-found

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Fatal Shooting at East Austin Car Show Prompts APD Investigation

The Austin Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred during a car show in East Austin, where multiple calls reported a shooting or stabbing. Despite attempts at life-saving first aid, an adult male victim did not survive. The incident is considered isolated, and there is no ongoing threat to the public at this time. Homicide detectives are continuing their investigation.

via KXAN.com|

#apd #austin #car-show

crimeincident2 years ago•1 min saved

Fatal Police Shooting at Love's Truck Stop in NW Albuquerque

A heavy police presence is reported on the westside of Albuquerque following an officer-involved shooting that resulted in the death of a man with at least one rifle. The suspect, who reportedly shot at police and drove towards officers, was fired upon and sustained a fatal gunshot wound. The situation is no longer a threat to the public, and residents and businesses in the area have been given the all clear. The Multi-Agency Task Force will investigate the incident, and there is still a heavy police presence in the area. Drivers are advised to avoid the area as the situation continues to develop.

via ABQ RAW|

#albuquerque #apd #crimeincident