Law enforcement in Austin is investigating a shooting that took place Monday afternoon near Conans Pizza South and the Cherry Creek Apartments in South Austin. According to the Austin Police Department (APD), one person was shot outside the apartment complex following an altercation involving two teenagers, who are believed to be students at Crockett High School.
The shooting occurred in the area of West Stassney Lane and South Congress Avenue, prompting a large police presence as officers responded to the scene. The injured individual was quickly transported to a local hospital, though their condition has not been publicly disclosed.
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APD officers secured the area and interviewed witnesses as part of their ongoing investigation. As of Monday evening, no suspects have been taken into custody, and authorities have not released the identities of those involved or provided details about the circumstances that led to the confrontation.
Crockett High School officials have yet to comment on the incident.
The Austin Police Department is urging anyone with information about the shooting to contact them directly or to reach out to Crime Stoppers. The investigation is ongoing, and police are working to piece together the events surrounding the incident.