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Deadly Texas bar shooting is 'potentially an act of terrorism', FBI says

Deadly Texas bar shooting is 'potentially an act of terrorism', FBI says

Summary

A shooting at a bar in Austin, Texas, resulted in the death of two people, with several others injured. The FBI is investigating possible terrorist links, but details have not been confirmed. The suspected shooter was also killed by police at the scene.

Key Facts

  • The shooting happened outside a Texas bar called Buford's in Austin.
  • Two people died, and seventeen others were injured in the incident.
  • Police reported that three officers shot and killed the suspect, who had a rifle.
  • The FBI is considering the shooting as possibly connected to terrorism.
  • The suspected gunman was found dead at the scene, and no explosives were found in his vehicle.
  • Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis and FBI officials are leading the investigation.
  • Three of the injured are in critical condition at the hospital.
  • The response by police and emergency services was rapid, taking 57 seconds.

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