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Two Unrelated Homicides in Austin Within 51 Minutes
crime20 days ago

Two Unrelated Homicides in Austin Within 51 Minutes

Austin police are investigating two separate homicides that occurred less than an hour apart in the early hours of Wednesday, September 23, 2026. The first victim, a man with signs of trauma, was found dead inside a home in East Austin after a call about gunshots at 3:00 a.m. The second victim was found dead in a front yard in South Austin after a call at 3:51 a.m. Police state the cases are unrelated, and a third homicide investigation is being handled by the Travis County Sheriff's Office.

via KEYE|
#austin-police#crime#east-austin
"Series of Bodies Found in Lady Bird Lake Spark Investigation"
crime-and-safety2 years ago

"Series of Bodies Found in Lady Bird Lake Spark Investigation"

Austin rescue crews discovered a body in Lady Bird Lake near Longhorn Dam after responding to a check-welfare call. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene, and the incident is not currently being investigated as a homicide. Authorities have stated that there is no known threat to the public and are asking anyone with information to contact the Austin Police Department.

via Austin American-Statesman|
#atcems#austin#austin-police
Multiple Injuries and Fatalities in APD Officer-Involved Shooting on 6th Street
crime2 years ago

Multiple Injuries and Fatalities in APD Officer-Involved Shooting on 6th Street

One person is dead and three others are injured after an officer-involved shooting on 6th Street in Austin. The incident occurred when officers responded to a report of an individual trying to carry a gun into a bar. The suspect pointed a gun at officers, leading to three officers discharging their weapons and hitting the suspect multiple times. Three bystanders also suffered gunshot wounds, and it is unclear whether they were shot by police or the suspect. The officers' body camera footage will be released within 10 business days, and the officers are on administrative duty pending an investigation.

via KXAN.com|
#austin-police#bystanders-injured#crime
"Excessive force and assault charges dropped against 17 Austin police officers in 2020 protests"
law-enforcement2 years ago

"Excessive force and assault charges dropped against 17 Austin police officers in 2020 protests"

The Travis County district attorney has dropped criminal charges against the majority of Austin police officers accused of excessive force during the May 2020 protests. Instead, the district attorney's office and the city of Austin have requested an investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division into the police response. Of the 21 officers initially charged, 17 have been cleared, while four will still be prosecuted. The decision aims to allow officers to return to their duties and promote transparency and trust in the community.

via The Texas Tribune|
#austin-police#civil-rights#excessive-force
Tragic Hostage Standoff Claims Lives of Austin Police Officer and Others
crime2 years ago

Tragic Hostage Standoff Claims Lives of Austin Police Officer and Others

A hostage standoff in South Austin resulted in the deaths of four people, including an Austin police SWAT officer, marking the first time in over a decade that an officer has been killed in a line-of-duty shooting. Two others were injured, including another SWAT officer who is in stable condition. The incident began when a woman called 911 for help, stating she was being stabbed. The suspect shot at officers when they entered the home, leading to a firefight. The gunman and two other individuals were found dead in the home. The Austin Police Department will conduct criminal and administrative investigations into the incident.

via Austin American-Statesman|
#austin-police#crime#hostage-standoff
Tragic Shooting Claims Life of Austin Police Officer, Injures Another
crime2 years ago

Tragic Shooting Claims Life of Austin Police Officer, Injures Another

A SWAT police officer was killed and another officer was injured in a shooting in South Austin. The incident occurred after police received a 911 call reporting a stabbing. Upon arrival, the officers were shot at when they attempted to enter the house. SWAT officers later found the suspect barricaded inside with two hostages and exchanged fire. The injured officer is in stable condition. Two other individuals, including the suspect, were pronounced dead at the scene. Two investigations will be launched into the incident.

via KUT|
#austin-police#crime#officer-injured
Multiple Officers Shot and Killed in Austin Shootings
crime2 years ago

Multiple Officers Shot and Killed in Austin Shootings

An Austin police officer was shot and killed in South Austin, marking the first officer killed in a line of duty shooting in a decade. Another officer was also injured and taken to the hospital. The incident occurred in the early morning, and two deceased individuals were found in the house. The suspect was shot and deceased at the scene. The nature of the call that drew officers to the location is unknown, but it has resulted in a SWAT situation. Police are evacuating neighbors and providing updates at a nearby school.

via Austin American-Statesman|
#austin-police#crime#line-of-duty
"APD Launches Manhunt for Elusive Theft Suspect"
crime3 years ago

"APD Launches Manhunt for Elusive Theft Suspect"

Austin Police are searching for a Hispanic male suspect, aged 16-17, in connection with a theft at a jewelry store in north Austin. The suspect asked about a gold chain, and when the store employee removed it from the case, he grabbed it and fled. The suspect is described as 5'5" or 5'6" with a thin build, weighing approximately 130 lbs, and was last seen wearing a white T-shirt and black basketball shorts. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program, with a potential reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to an arrest.

via KXAN.com|
#austin-police#crime#crime-stoppers
Austin Police Issue Warning Following Fatal Road Rage Incident
crime3 years ago

Austin Police Issue Warning Following Fatal Road Rage Incident

Austin police are cautioning drivers after a woman was shot and killed in a road rage incident in north Austin. Homicide detectives have ruled it as a case of road rage, which they receive reports of on a weekly basis. The incident occurred when the victim got into a minor crash and pulled over to exchange information with the other driver. The suspect in the other vehicle shot and killed her. Road rage incidents have been on the rise in Austin, with an average of 11 cases per month in 2023. Police urge drivers to be respectful on the road and report any road rage incidents to 911.

via FOX 7 Austin|
#austin-police#crime#driver-safety