Three people died, and at least 14 others were injured in a mass shooting on West Sixth Street in downtown Austin overnight on Saturday, according to Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services. The incident occurred during the transition from Saturday to Sunday, with the area under investigation by the Austin Police Department. Authorities confirmed that the shooting took place at a bar on West Sixth Street, with the suspect using an SUV to approach the scene. Police reported that the suspect fired a handgun out of the vehicle’s window, striking individuals on a patio and in front of the establishment. After parking on Wood Street, the suspect exited the vehicle and continued shooting at pedestrians. Officers arrived promptly and fatally shot the suspect during the confrontation. Federal agencies, including the FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), were on the scene to assist with the investigation. The FBI stated that there were “indicators” of terrorism linked to the shooting, though no specific details were provided. The agency’s joint terrorism task force and specialty teams are reviewing the case. Emergency responders acted swiftly, with medics arriving within 57 seconds of receiving the call at 1:59 a.m. Austin-Travis County EMS reported that 14 individuals were transported to hospitals, three of whom were in critical condition. Austin Mayor Kirk Watson praised the rapid response, calling it “a lifesaver” for those affected. Chief of the Austin Police Department, Davis, highlighted the importance of the department’s customary staging on East Sixth Street, which allowed for a quick mobilization of officers and medical personnel.#fbi #west_sixth_street #atf #austin_police_department #austin_travis_county_ems
