City of Austin
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Case: 18-2761355
Date: Wednesday, October 3, 2018
Time: 5:58 p.m.
Location: 9133 Northgate Blvd
Deceased: Dennis Stoneburner, White male, DOB 2/26/1955
Arrested: Cornell Loving, Black male, 49 years old
An arrest has been made in the murder of Dennis Stoneburner. Cornell Loving, 49, was taken into custody on October 27, 2018 by the Lonestar Fugitive Taskforce. Mr. Loving is currently facing charges for parole violation and first degree murder. His bond has been set at $500,000.
The investigation into Mr. Stoneburner’s death is ongoing. Homicide investigators are continuing to interview witnesses and there is now a $1,000 reward for information leading to a conviction. APD is encouraging anyone that was present at the time of the assault or anyone who may have video footage of the assault to call the Homicide Tip Line at 512-477-3588, Crime Stoppers at 512-472-TIPS, text "Tip 103" + your message to CRIMES or use the new Crime Stoppers App or email APD Homicide at homcide.apd@austintexas.gov. You can also submit tips by downloading APD’s mobile app, Austin PD, for free on iPhone and Android.
Background Information
At approximately 5:58 p.m. on October 3, 2018, Austin police responded to an urgent disturbance call at 9133 Northgate Blvd. Upon arrival officers found the victim, Dennis Stoneburner, with obvious trauma to his body. He was transported by EMS to St. David’s Round Rock Medical Center in serious condition.
According to witnesses, Dennis Stoneburner was involved in a physical disturbance during which time he sustained significant injuries. The cause of the disturbance is unknown at this time.
Mr. Stoneburner died on Friday, October 19, 2018. While the final autopsy results are pending, it appears that he died from trauma-related complications.
Dennis Stoneburner

Cornell Loving