Austin Police on Sunday told residents to shelter in place amid reports of multiple shootings.
The Austin Police Department is looking for two suspects involved in as many as 10 shootings since Saturday.
Two of the shootings were at fire stations in South Austin.
At least four people are injured.
“SHELTER IN PLACE: Austin Police officers continue to search for suspects located to multiple shootings and have issued a shelter in place in the areas of South Slaughter Ln, East McKinney Falls Pkwy, North Ben White Blvd., and West Escarpment Blvd. Residents in the surrounding area are instructed to stay indoors until further notice,” The Austin PD said.
SHELTER IN PLACE: Austin Police officers continue to search for suspects located to multiple shootings and have issued a shelter in place in the areas of South Slaughter Ln, East McKinney Falls Pkwy, North Ben White Blvd., and West Escarpment Blvd. Residents in the surrounding…
— Austin Police Department (@Austin_Police)May 17, 2026
Austin Mayor Kirk Watson and Chief Lisa Davis provided a briefing on the developing situation.
Police described the suspects as two Hispanic males in their late teens.
BRIEFING: City of Austin Mayor Kirk Watson and Chief Lisa Davis provide details on shooting incidents.pic.twitter.com/tkYuonctsl
Source: The Gateway Pundit
