Homicide Investigation in the Intersection of Briar Hill Drive and Woodland Avenue

Case: 26-2420956

Date: Sunday, August 30, 2026

Time: 2:58 p.m.

Location: Intersection of Briar Hill Drive and Woodland Avenue

Deceased: Unidentified male

On Sunday, August 30, 2026, at approximately 2:58 p.m., Austin Police (APD) officers responded to a reported shooting/stabbing in the intersection of Briar Hill Drive and Woodland Avenue.

When APD officers arrived, they discovered a vehicle that had crashed into a fence. Inside, they located an adult male suffering from apparent trauma. The victim was pronounced deceased on scene.

Officers immediately began canvassing the area. Witnesses reportedly saw a suspect fleeing the area shortly before officers arrived. 

The suspect is described as:

• Young Hispanic male
• Late teen to early 20s
• Slender build
• Approximately 5'6” tall
• He was last seen wearing: A black long-sleeved top that covered his skin, black bottoms, and a black backpack worn on his chest.

APD Homicide Detectives and Austin Forensic Science Crime Scene Specialists responded to the scene. They are interviewing witnesses and gathering evidence, including video surveillance.

This is an active and ongoing investigation. No arrests have been made at this time.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Austin Police at 512-974-TIPS. Tips may be submitted anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers program by visiting austincrimestoppers.org or by calling 512-472-8477

This case is being investigated as Austin’s 39th homicide of 2026.