AUSTIN, Texas — On a late October night in 2014, the life of 28-year-old Richard Escalante, a security guard at El Agazajo club near Austin’s airport, was tragically cut short in a stabbing incident that remains unresolved. Despite the passage of several years, Austin law enforcement continues to seek justice for Escalante, grappling with challenges … Read more
Chicago, Illinois – A tragic incident unfolded in the South Austin neighborhood on Monday night, resulting in one individual dead and another seriously injured after an altercation involving Chicago police. According to authorities, the incident occurred around 11 p.m. on the 300-block of South Cicero Avenue when officers stumbled upon a confrontation while on a … Read more
AUSTIN, TEXAS – In a swift turn of events, former Army sergeant Daniel Perry, convicted of killing a Black Lives Matter protester in downtown Austin in 2020, was granted a full pardon by Texas Governor Greg Abbott. The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles recommended Perry’s pardon on the murder conviction, leading to his immediate … Read more
Austin, Texas – Texas Governor Greg Abbott recently granted a full pardon to Daniel Perry, a former US Army sergeant and Uber driver who was serving a 25-year sentence for shooting and killing a Black Lives Matter protester in 2020. Perry’s case had sparked controversy and debate surrounding self-defense laws in the state, particularly the … Read more
Austin, Texas – Body camera footage released by Austin police revealed the fatal shooting of a man on April 27. The incident involved officers Adam Reinhart and Kai Finch, who were placed on administrative leave after the shooting of 44-year-old Thomas Price at the Summer Grove apartment complex. Police reported that Price was asked to … Read more
AUSTIN, Texas – Austin police are seeking the community’s assistance in locating the individual responsible for the fatal shooting of a man in south Austin. The incident took place on May 5 at approximately 11:05 p.m. when officers were called to the 700 block of West William Cannon Drive in response to a Check Welfare … Read more
Austin, Texas – Following a surge in overdoses in downtown Austin, law enforcement officials have detained two individuals as persons of interest in connection with the incidents. The Austin Police Department and Austin-Travis County EMS are actively investigating the sudden increase in overdoses that occurred this week. Responding to suspected overdose calls beginning at 9 … Read more
Austin, Texas – Two individuals have been detained as persons of interest following an outbreak of drug overdoses that has resulted in multiple fatalities, according to the Austin-Travis County EMS. Since Wednesday, the EMS has responded to approximately 70 suspected overdose cases, with the possibility of more cases emerging in the coming days. The eight … Read more
Austin, Texas – A recent spike in opioid overdoses has resulted in multiple deaths, making it one of the largest outbreaks seen in years in the city. According to reports, more than 50 overdoses have been recorded in Travis County over the past 48 hours, with at least four confirmed fatalities and four more deaths … Read more
Austin, Texas – Officials in Austin are currently investigating a surge in fatal overdoses, with efforts underway to locate additional individuals affected by the outbreak. The Austin Police Department and Austin-Travis County EMS reported receiving numerous calls on Monday morning regarding a sudden outbreak of overdoses in the downtown area. At least four fatalities have … Read more