Austin, TX – At least three people have been killed in at active shooting in Austin on Sunday.
The shooting occurred in the 9300 block of Great Hills Trail at an apartment complex at around 11:42 a.m., according to KXAN.
The scene is still active and Austin PD is advising people in the area to shelter in place, according to KVUE.
The suspect is believe to be at large. No suspect information has been released at this time.
UPDATE: A suspect has been identified as Stephen Nicholas Broderick. Authorities say the incident was an isolated domestic situation, but they’re concerned that the suspect may take hostages.
UPDATE3: Active Attack/Shooter incident 9600 blk Great Hills Trl continues to be an active Law Enforcement scene. No additional patients have been reported or located at this time. 18 #ATCEMS assets are currently on scene. Continue to avoid the area. More information to follow.
— ATCEMS (@ATCEMS) April 18, 2021
Just drove by the arboretum Starbucks in #Austin something is going on, KXAN is saying active shooter. pic.twitter.com/6fKvHHixwK
— Dr Karl Kreder (@mechanikalk) April 18, 2021
APD is currently on scene of an active shooting incident at Great Hills Trail and Rain Creek Parkway. All residents are advised to shelter in place and avoid the area. PIO en route. – PIO8
— Austin Police Department (@Austin_Police) April 18, 2021
We are on scene. This is the current first responder presence on Great Hills Trail in NW Austin. @KVUE https://t.co/nF6foCmMle pic.twitter.com/MBMOyhmNec
— Luis de Leon (@LuisdeLeon15) April 18, 2021
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