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June 1, 2026

APD Detectives Search for a Suspect in Connection to an Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon

City of Austin

For Immediate Release

Release Date:

June 1, 2026

Contact:

Case: 26-0240132       
 
Time: 1:45 a.m.
 
Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
 
Location: 1845 Burton Drive

On Saturday, January 24, 2026, at approximately 1:45 a.m., Austin Police (APD) Officers were dispatched to a shooting at 1845 Burton Drive. Officers arrived at the scene and discovered a male victim with a single gunshot wound to the chest. The victim suffered serious injuries.
 
The suspect is described as:

  • Hispanic male
  • Young
  • Long blonde hair

Anyone with any information should contact APD's Aggravated Assault Unit at (512) 974-4940. You may submit your tip anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting austincrimestoppers.org or calling 512-472-8477. A reward of up to $1,000 may be available for any information that leads to an arrest.