Crime
Reports of shots fired inside Lakeline Mall in Austin, Texas
Multiple law enforcement and emergency response agencies are currently on scene at Lakeline Mall in Cedar Park, Texas, following reports of a critical incident.
The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, Austin Police Department (APD), Austin Fire Department, and Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services (ATCEMS) have all deployed personnel to the location.
APD has described the situation as a “shoot/stab hotshot,” indicating a high-priority response.
However, authorities have clarified that this is an isolated incident and does not appear to involve an active shooter scenario.
Tactical units are actively staging in and around the mall to secure the area and manage the response.
The APD has urged the public to avoid the area while the situation unfolds.
This precaution is to ensure both public safety and unimpeded operations for first responders.
ATCEMS has established a designated media staging area at Havertys Furniture store, located across from the mall.
Updates from law enforcement and emergency agencies are expected to be provided as more information becomes available.
Authorities are continuing their investigation, and further details will be released as they are confirmed. Residents and shoppers are advised to monitor official channels for the latest updates.
BARTOW, FL — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred at 120 Polk Street East in Bartow.
The incident resulted in three individuals sustaining gunshot wounds, including a Bartow Police Department (BPD) officer, a public safety aide (PSA) officer, and the suspect involved.
Emergency medical services were immediately requested at the scene to provide critical aid to all three gunshot victims.
The conditions of the injured individuals have not yet been released.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting remain under investigation.
Law enforcement officials have secured the area as forensic teams and investigators begin processing the scene.
Additional information, including the identities of those involved and any potential charges, is expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
Authorities are asking the public to avoid the area and allow emergency crews to continue their response efforts without obstruction.