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Random Shootings Spur Shelter in Place in Austin

Random Shootings Spur Shelter in Place in Austin

Summary

Authorities in Austin, Texas, have ordered people in several neighborhoods to stay inside while searching for two teenage suspects involved in a series of random shootings. Four people were injured, one seriously, and police have not yet found the suspects or determined a motive.

Key Facts

  • The shootings began late Saturday and continued into Sunday in south Austin.
  • Two teenage Hispanic males are suspects; one has medium wavy hair, the other longer hair.
  • Police released descriptions of three possible suspect vehicles: a black Honda Accord, gold Honda, and white Nissan Altima.
  • Four people were shot; one has life-threatening injuries, three have non-life-threatening wounds.
  • Shelter-in-place orders cover a 36-mile area south of Slaughter Lane and surrounding neighborhoods.
  • Authorities say the shootings seem random with no known motive yet.
  • Residents are advised to call 911 if they see the suspects and not to approach them or leave keys in their cars.
  • Police reported that suspects may have switched vehicles during the incidents.
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