Homicide Investigation in the 10900 block of Brazoria Lane

Case:  26-0930050
 
Date:  Friday, April 3, 2026                       
 
Time:  12:42 a.m.
 
Location:  10900 block of Brazoria Lane
 
Deceased victim:  Joshua Williams, Black male, 6/23/1990
 
On Friday, April 3, 2026, at approximately 12:42 a.m., Austin Police (APD) officers responded to a Shots Fired call 10900 block of Brazoria Lane. The caller reported her boyfriend had been shot. Upon arrival, officers located a subject, later identified as Joshua Williams, with apparent gunshot wounds. Mr. Williams was pronounced deceased on scene at 1:09 a.m.
 
Homicide detectives and crime scene specialists responded to the scene. The investigation is ongoing, and no arrests have been made at this time.

Detectives are requesting for neighbors to share any video footage in the neighborhood between 11:30 p.m. and 1:00 a.m. At this time, the direction of travel is unknown, and it is possible the person(s) responsible drove around the neighborhood when attempting to leave.

Anyone with photos, videos, or other potential evidence is requested to share them with APD. You may submit materials by clicking here or scanning the QR code below.
 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Austin Police Department at 512-974-TIPS. 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.
 
This case is being investigated as Austin's 18th homicide of 2026.