Summary
A gunman identified as Ndiaga Diagne, who originally came from Senegal and became a U.S. citizen, shot and killed two people and wounded 14 others at a bar in Austin, Texas. The attacker wore clothes with messages like "Property of Allah" and an Iranian flag and used a pistol and rifle during the incident. The FBI is investigating the shooting as a potential terrorist act due to certain "indicators" found.
Key Facts
- The shooting took place at a bar in Austin, Texas on Sunday, leaving two people dead and 14 wounded.
- The gunman, Ndiaga Diagne, was originally from Senegal and became a U.S. citizen in 2006.
- Diagne wore clothes with "Property of Allah" and an Iranian flag emblem.
- Officers shot and killed Diagne at the scene.
- The FBI is considering the incident as a possible act of terrorism.
- The attack began with Diagne shooting from his SUV and continued as he exited the vehicle with a rifle.
- Austin Police responded quickly, confronting the gunman within a minute of receiving the first emergency call.
- The shooting took place in Austin's Sixth Street entertainment district, known for its bars and music clubs.
