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H-E-B shooting victim identified as 32-year-old Michael Rosario Jr

The investigation is ongoing, and no charges have been filed at this time.

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On September 27, 2024, at approximately 15:50 PM, a deadly encounter occurred at the H-E-B on Canyon Ridge Drive in Austin, Texas.

Initial reports suggested an active shooter situation, but this was later ruled out. An investigation revealed that Michael Rosario Jr., a shoplifting suspect, lunged at a security guard, Warren Owusu, with a knife.

Warren Owusu attempted to subdue Michael Rosario Jr. with a taser but was unsuccessful. Michael Rosario Jr. then reportedly charged at Warren Owusu while still armed with the knife. Warren Owusu then discharged his firearm, shooting Michael Rosario Jr..

Michael Rosario Jr. was transported to the Dell Seton Medical Center but succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at 6:20 PM.

The investigation is ongoing, and no charges have been filed at this time.

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Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to contact the Austin Police Department at 512-974-TIPS.

Anonymous tips can also be submitted through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting austincrimestoppers.org or calling 512-472-8477.


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14-Year-Old Fatally Shot in Selma, 17-Year-Old Suspect in Custody

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SELMA, AL – 14-year-old boy Jamarj Acoff was fatally shot in Selma over the weekend, and a 17-year-old suspect is now in custody in connection with the incident, authorities confirmed.The Selma Police Department responded to reports of a shooting in the 1400 block of Weaver Street in the early hours of Saturday, February 10, at approximately 1:55 a.m.

SELMA, AL – A 14-year-old boy was fatally shot in Selma over the weekend, and a 17-year-old suspect is now in custody in connection with the incident, authorities confirmed.

The Selma Police Department responded to reports of a shooting in the 1400 block of Weaver Street in the early hours of Saturday, February 10, at approximately 1:55 a.m.

Upon arrival, officers discovered a 14-year-old male victim suffering from gunshot wounds.

Later that evening, Selma City Schools identified the victim as Jamarj Acoff in an official statement.

“This is a challenging time for us all as we deal with the loss,” Selma Interim Superintendent Darryl Aikerson stated.

Authorities arrested a 17-year-old suspect on Saturday afternoon in connection with Acoff’s murder.

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The suspect’s name has not been released due to their status as a juvenile.

The 17-year-old is currently being held without bond at the Perry County Detention Center, pending a court hearing.

At this time, police have not disclosed a motive for the shooting, and the investigation remains ongoing.

In light of the tragedy, Selma City Schools announced that grief counseling services will be available for students upon their return to school on Monday.

Authorities are urging anyone with additional information about the shooting to contact the Selma Police Department as the investigation continues.

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