Crime
Graphic Video shows moments shots fired outside Venus Event Center in Austin
Two individuals have been detained by police, though it remains unclear if they will face charges.
Austin Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred outside a bar in the 900 block of East Braker Lane early Friday morning.
Officers responded to the scene around 1:43 AM to a report of a shooting.
Upon arrival, they discovered two injured men and immediately initiated life-saving measures.
One of the victims, unfortunately, succumbed to his injuries.
The other victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Two individuals have been detained by police, though it remains unclear if they will face charges.
The police department has acknowledged that the area where the shooting occurred is known for higher crime rates, including violent incidents like shootings and robberies.
While businesses in the area may have their own security measures, it is unclear if security personnel were present at the time of the shooting.
BATON ROUGE, LA – March 12, 2025 – A high-speed crash on LA 30 near Bluebonnet Boulevard resulted in the deaths of 24-year-old Jeremiah Downing and 22-year-old Hunter LaGrange, both of Hahnville, Louisiana.
The Louisiana State Police Troop A is investigating the fatal incident, which occurred shortly after 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday evening.
Preliminary reports indicate that St. Gabriel Police officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro, driven by Downing, for speeding on LA 30.
However, Downing refused to comply and continued westbound at a high rate of speed in an apparent attempt to evade law enforcement.
As Downing approached the intersection at Bluebonnet Boulevard, a 2016 GMC Sierra traveling east on LA 30 was attempting to make a left turn onto Bluebonnet.
Investigators determined that Downing disregarded a red light at the intersection, resulting in a head-on collision with the GMC Sierra.
Jeremiah Downing (driver of the Camaro) was unrestrained at the time of the crash.
He sustained critical injuries and was transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Hunter LaGrange (passenger in the Camaro) was also unrestrained and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver of the GMC Sierra was wearing a seatbelt and sustained serious injuries.
They were transported to a local hospital for treatment.
At this time, it is unclear whether impairment played a role in the crash.
However, standard toxicology samples have been collected and will be analyzed as part of the ongoing investigation.
Louisiana State Police urge motorists to prioritize safety by obeying traffic signals, avoiding reckless driving, and always wearing a seatbelt.
Additional details will be provided as the investigation progresses.