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Austin Police Search for Suspect After Shooting at Central Library

Officials reported one person hospitalized after a shelter-in-place order was lifted.

Overview

  • Austin police confirmed at least one person with gunshot wounds was transported to a local hospital, with no details released on the condition.
  • The suspect was described as a thin Black male last seen in a gray hoodie, green shorts, black pants, black shoes, and carrying two black bags.
  • SWAT teams cleared the multi-story building floor by floor as officers continued the search following an earlier shelter-in-place that has been lifted.
  • Police said they received a "deceased person" call at 12:06 p.m. near San Antonio and Cesar Chavez before locating one victim at the library.
  • Authorities reported no additional casualties or shots fired since officers arrived and urged anyone who sees the described individual to call 911 and not approach.