East Austin shooting: Multiple injuries reported on East 12th Street; horrific video emerges, first details on suspect
one shooting Located in the 2000 block of East 12th Street in East Austin, Texasreportedly causing many injuries, according to CBS Austin. The incident occurred on Sunday and the Austin Police Department is handling the case.
According to officials, multiple shots were fired in response to the shooting. Officials reportedly said there is no threat to the public at this time and it was not a shooting incident.
The incident reportedly occurred between Chicon Street and Alamo Street. According to the Austin American-Statesman , the shooting occurred in front of the popular local Sam’s BBQ restaurant. The publication put the number of injured at two, but this has not been officially confirmed. They also reported that the victim had been transported to the area Hospital.
What information do you need to know about the suspect?
The suspect is believed to have fled in a vehicle, and while not much other information has been revealed, reports indicate investigators are following leads in hopes of identifying the suspect.
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Police were reportedly unsure of the number of victims or the extent of their injuries. A local reporter added on Facebook: “Multiple people were injured in a shooting in East Austin on Sunday night, according to the Austin Police Department.”
They shared a video where a large police presence can be seen.
East Austin video shoot
Another video was shared on X, claiming to have caused “multiple casualties.” However, this news has not been confirmed by the authorities.
The Austin Police Department has not officially commented on the incident. Meanwhile, one person shared a clip showing the map location of where the shooting occurred.
East Austin shooting: Reaction
Some people also reacted to news of the shooting in East Austin. “Tragic breaking news from East Austin,” one commented. “Thoughts and prayers are with the victims, families and first responders. Stay safe out there,” they added.
“Pray for the innocent,” said other. A third person shared the video on X, and wrote “Multiple emergency responders are actively responding to the scene in East Austin, Texas following reports of a mass shooting. Multiple casualties have been confirmed and the suspect is believed to have fled the area, so an active search is underway. The situation continues to evolve rapidly.”
One person further said: “We urge residents to avoid the location while law enforcement responds. This is a rapidly developing situation. Stay safe, Austin. Praying for the victims and first responders.” additionalreacting to the news.
“Check your staff,” one person wrote in horror on Facebook.
