An Austin police officer was reportedly shot and injured early Wednesday near Zilker Park, according to authorities. The incident happened around 4 a.m. on Azie Morton Road, with a second person also injured. Law enforcement was investigating a suspected stolen vehicle when the suspect fired at officers.
- Police officer injured in early morning shooting.
- Suspect fired weapon when approached by officers.
- Second shooting reported near initial incident.
- Area under shelter-in-place, drivers advised to avoid.
- Police seek white man in green shirt, tan pants.
According to the Austin Police Department, the officer was shot around 4 a.m. and is expected to survive. The other injured individual’s connection to the shooting remains unclear. Officers are searching for a white man in a green shirt and tan pants. A second shooting was confirmed nearby at 8:20 a.m., with no new injuries reported. Authorities believe both incidents may be linked. A shelter-in-place order is active, and drivers are advised to avoid the area. A police briefing scheduled for 8 a.m. was delayed but will be held at the department’s headquarters.
- Police responded to a shooting involving a suspect firing at officers during a vehicle stop.
- The injured officer is hospitalized and expected to recover.
- Authorities are searching for a white male suspect in green shirt and tan pants.
- A second shooting occurred nearby, possibly connected, with no additional injuries.
The incidents highlight ongoing risks in the area, prompting police to increase patrols and urge residents to stay alert.
Further updates are expected after the police briefing, as officials work to identify and apprehend the suspect.
