At around 11:43 p.m., three APD officers riding in an APD utility vehicle in the area saw a male, later identified as 30-year-old Anthony Marquis Franklin, who matched the description of the shooter. The victim had a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. Officers responded to the area as the information was provided by The officers secured Franklin and searched him for additional weapons. Marshals helped with the arrest. Franklin did not comply with the officers' orders and began to run westbound on W. 6th Street and then northbound on Colorado Street. But cops have since confirmed the noise was three robbers smashing glass cases at the mall's Helzberg Diamond store at around 8.30pm. Police Sgt. Police shot the man during their pursuit. Police say they gave Franklin several commands to drop his weapon. Franklin's attorneys wonder where the evidence is proving Franklin was ever the shooter. At a press conference Sunday afternoon, Austin interim Police Chief Joe Chacon said the victims of the shooting were two Hispanic women and one Black man. McCraw has said he will not resign amid some Uvalde residents calling for his ouster. "We are concerned he may take a hostage or may himself be sheltered somewhere, waiting for us to leave," Chacon said. 1:07. Police in the US city of Austin, Texas, say they are searching for two suspects after a shooting early on Saturday injured 14 people, including two critically. After the gunfire was reported at 1:24 a.m. local time, "a large crowd" dispersed, police said. WebAUSTIN, Texas - The Austin Police Department (APD) has released body-cam footage of the deadly officer-involved shooting in Downtown Austin on Jan. 15. Within seconds, all three officers fired their department-issued firearms, striking him. He was loved by his family, friends and everyone who met him. She reports, writes and produces stories for NBC Latino and NBCNews.com. If captured, authorities said the shooter will be charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. BREAKING: Austin police say active attack/shooter scene just down the road - likely an apartment complex - from Arboretum area in Austin. Austin police did not release the names of the victims, who they said were two Hispanic females and a Black male. WebA suspect was arrested Monday after three people were killed in a shooting in Austin, Texas, over the weekend. Tess loved Houston Astros, Tiktok, Dancing, and she loved her family and friends. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. "We haven't seen any evidence that he was that shooter. The suspect appears to be a former Travis County Sheriff's Office detective who was charged in June 2020 with sexual assault of a child. Once officers gained compliance from Franklin, the officers approached him even though the gun was still close to him. (Reuters) Two people were in critical condition and 12 others were stable, he said. CNNs Christina Maxouris and Cheri Mossburg contributed to this report. WebUpdated: Feb 28, 2023 / 08:52 AM CST. More to Follow At this time the Great Hills Trail scene is still active. The Travis County Sheriff's public information office would not confirm on Sunday if the suspect was the same person, but confirmed the name and date of birth are the same. Updated: Feb 28, 2023 / 08:52 AM CST. States often have domestic violence hotlines, as well. AUSTIN, Texas - The Austin Police Department (APD) is investigating a deadly officer-involved shooting in Downtown Austin. Three officers are on paid administrative leave after a shooting. "People were just running everywhere.". All rights reserved. At least 1 person killed, more than a dozen injured in downtown Most of the victims appear to The officers verbally commanded Franklin to drop the gun and show his hands, however, Franklin again did not comply with the officers' commands. Within seconds, all three officers fired their department-issued firearms, striking him. The chase was about 37 miles long and on Friday, Callahan was sentenced to 37 years in prison and a $10,000 fine. Franklin also jumped off the porch and fell to the ground. "Im happy to report no one has died," interim police Chief Joseph Chacon said. He didn't pull the gun. Nicole Acevedo is a reporter for NBC News Digital. The suspect was taken into custody outside Austin a little after 7 a.m. Monday, police in Manor, Texas, said in a statement. The suspect was taken to the hospital where he died. If you or someone you know is facing domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence hotline for help at (800) 799-SAFE (7233) or go to www.thehotline.org for more. When officers arrived, the suspect complied with their orders, and he was taken into custody. Two people were in critical condition and 12 others were stable, he said. The unknown male quickly jumped off the porch with his hands up and ran away from the scene. No patients were located, treated or transported from the scene, the Austin-Travis County EMS said on Twitter. ", Austin Mayor Steve Adler tweeted, "The uptick in gun violence locally is part of a disturbing rise in gun violence across the country as we exit the pandemic.". Franklin also jumped off the porch and fell to the ground. WebA former sheriff's office detective is accused of fatally shooting his ex-wife and two other people Sunday in Austin, Texas, according to police. Three people were declared dead at the scene of a shooting in Austin, Texas, on Sunday afternoon, emergency officials said on Twitter. Authorities in Austin, Texas, said Friday that there was no active shooter at a local hospital after police responded to a call of shots fired., Officers have secured the scene and it is safe, Austin police said on Twitter Friday afternoon. Officials tweeted later that the three victims had died. Copyright 2022 by WTOP. At 11:36 p.m., another 9-1-1 caller described a chaotic scene with people running in the 300 block of W. 6th Street. 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Police say someone called Police investigate the scene of a mass shooting in the Sixth Street entertainment district area of Austin, Texas, June 12, 2021. Market data provided by Factset. The Austin Police Department says officers repeatedly asked the suspect to drop the weapon, but the suspect took off running. Republican Gov. Kalhan Rosenblatt is a reporter covering youth and internet culture for NBC News, based in New York. The officers immediately began life-saving measures. CNN values your feedback 1. The school district in Jarrell, which is about 40 miles north of Austin, said in a statement Monday that the district was "profoundly saddened by the loss of one of our students.". Police in Austin, Texas, say the hospital is safe and has been cleared. The mass shooting was one of four that occurred across the country over the weekend in less than "This is one of the most significant incidents that we've ever had happen in our city," he said at a news conference. 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events. Hicks, of Kyle, Texas, said she was in a nearby bar when she and a friend heard shots. 11. r/UvaldeTexasShooting. All rights reserved. At 11:36 p.m., another 9-1-1 caller described a chaotic scene with people running in the 300 block of W. 6th Street. Turn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? Web0:57. Police said that the four other people who were shot were taken to hospitals. Officers provided medical aid to the victim as Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services (ATCEMS) was called to the scene. Officers continued searching the area as they gathered information about the suspect's description and last known direction of travel. AUSTIN, Texas Mass shootings across the country and in Texas sparked a large gun reform rally in Austin Tuesday. No other patients "have been reported or located at this time," the agency said. The search is transitioning to a fugitive search, but there is still an active crime scene. The officers secured Franklin and searched him for additional weapons. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. Austin police said shortly before midnight on Jan. 15, 30-year-old Anthony Marquis Franklin was shot and killed by three APD officers in Downtown Austin. At around 11:43 p.m., three APD officers riding in an APD utility vehicle in the area saw a male, later identified as 30-year-old Anthony Marquis Franklin, who matched the description of the shooter. FOX 7 Austin's Shannon Ryan has details. As the pursuit of Franklin approached 601 Colorado Street, he ran onto the porch of a building. The suspect was described as a Black man, thin build, 6'1" to 6'2", with "afro style hair," and wearing all dark clothing. Three officers are on paid administrative leave after a shooting. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. While a suspect is still at large it appears this is a domestic situation that is isolated and there is no risk to the general public. Police arrived at the Arboretum Oaks Apartments about 4 minutes later, officials said. WebOne of 14 people injured in a mass shooting in downtown Austin, Texas, has died, police say. The callers provided different locations in and around W. 6th Street. The suspect was arrested Monday morning outside Austin after two people spotted him and notified authorities, police said in a statement. In the footage, an unidentified man jumps over a ledge followed by Franklin holding a gun. The shooting happened around noon Sunday at an apartment complex in a popular shopping area known as the Arboretum. 22 days ago. Join. appreciated. FOX 7 Austin's Shannon Ryan has details. Brayden Bolyard, 17, died at the scene of the shooting at the lounge Saturday night, Austin police said in a news release. Three officers are on paid administrative leave after a shooting. The 9-1-1 operators got information from the 9-1-1 callers and provided officers with a suspect description over the police radio. Avoid the area! Chacon said there were reports about a child being involved, but police have safely located the child. One of 14 people injured in a mass shooting in downtown Austin, Texas, has died, police say. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. "Mr. Franklin did not deserve to die," said Bakari Sellers, attorney with Strong Law Firm. The relationship between the suspect and the victims is not clear, although Chacon said the victims were known to each other. Within seconds, all three officers fired their department-issued firearms, striking him. As the officers began to approach and call out to Franklin, they saw him with a gun. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. He was taken to a hospital where he later died. APD provided time stamps of the events that happened leading up to the officer-involved shooting: Austin police shot a shooting suspect during a foot pursuit Sunday night in the Downtown Entertainment District. The hospital is back open again and secure, Preusse said Friday evening. At a news conference, Police Chief Joseph Chacon named Stephen Broderick, 41, as a tentative suspect and said officials decided to release Broderick's name because he was not in custody and he was considered armed and dangerous. As the officers began to approach and call out to Franklin, they saw him with a gun. A Texas school shooting survivor moved "American Idol" judges to tears in an audition that aired on Sunday. The officers continued to order Franklin to show his hands. 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