March 1, 2026
Austin police kill armed gunman after 3 die, 14 wounded in bar shooting
A deadly shooting at an Austin entertainment district bar left three dead and 14 injured, highlighting ongoing safety concerns along the city's Sixth Street strip.
TL;DR
- Three people died and 14 were injured in a shooting at Buford's Backyard Beer Garden in Austin, Texas.
- The shooting occurred early Sunday morning in a busy downtown entertainment district.
- Police arrived to find an armed suspect, whom three officers then shot and killed.
- First responders were on the scene within 57 seconds of the call, which officials credited with saving lives.
- Three of the injured were in critical condition.
- The shooting has reignited concerns about safety along Austin's Sixth Street, which has experienced multiple violent incidents.
- A Victim Services Unit hotline has been established for families seeking information.
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