Two Teenagers Arrested in Connection with Austin Shooting Spree; Third Suspect Detained
Two teenagers have been arrested following a series of shootings in Austin that left four people injured; a third suspect has also been detained.
Austin police have arrested two teenagers, aged 15 and 17, in connection with a series of shootings that occurred over the weekend, resulting in four injuries. A third suspect has also been detained.
The incidents began on Saturday afternoon with a vehicle theft from an apartment complex, followed by the theft of a firearm from a store. Subsequently, a series of shootings took place across South and East Austin, including attacks on two fire stations and several residential areas. One victim sustained serious injuries, while three others suffered minor wounds.
Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis stated that the suspects used stolen firearms and vehicles during their spree. The 15-year-old had previously stolen the firearm used in the incidents, and the 17-year-old was already wanted for a separate gun theft. The suspects stole at least four vehicles during the spree.
A shelter-in-place order was issued for parts of South Austin on Sunday as authorities searched for the suspects. This order was lifted after the two teenagers were taken into custody. Later, a third suspect was detained in the Manor area.
Mayor Kirk Watson emphasized that no specific motive has been identified, and the shootings appear to be random.