Crime
Graphic Video Captures Aftermath of Shooting at Buford’s Bar on West Sixth Street in Austin
AUSTIN, Texas — Three people were killed and at least 14 others were injured following a mass shooting early Sunday morning at Buford’s Bar on West Sixth Street, authorities confirmed.
Officers with the Austin Police Department responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 1:59 a.m. at the popular nightlife venue located in downtown Austin’s entertainment district.
According to Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis, a male suspect opened fire inside or near the establishment, striking multiple victims.
Three officers on scene returned fire, fatally shooting the suspect.
Authorities described the suspect as “neutralized,” and confirmed there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Two victims were pronounced deceased at the scene. Additional victims were transported to nearby hospitals, where at least one more individual later succumbed to their injuries, bringing the total number of fatalities to three.
Police reported that at least 14 individuals were taken to area hospitals for treatment.
Three of those hospitalized remain in critical condition. Initial assessments indicated as many as 17 victims may have been transported for medical care as emergency crews worked to stabilize the scene.
By approximately 3:30 a.m., law enforcement and emergency personnel were still evaluating the extent and severity of injuries. The crime scene spans portions of West Sixth Street near Nueces Street and is expected to require several hours to process.
Federal investigators are assisting local authorities as the investigation continues. Officials have not yet released the identity of the suspect or the victims pending notification of next of kin.
Austin Mayor Kirk Watson stated that city officials will continue to provide updates as additional verified information becomes available.
The Austin Police Department reiterated that the suspect is deceased and that there is no continuing danger to the community. Authorities are urging anyone with information or video footage of the incident to contact investigators.
The investigation remains active, and further details are expected to be released as officials complete preliminary findings and evidence processing.
Crime
14-Year-Old Middleton High School Student Carson Chrapkowski Dies After Bicycle Crash, Driver Alyssa Anderson Arrested
MIDDLETON, Idaho — A 14-year-old Middleton High School student has died after being struck by a vehicle while riding his bicycle near the high school Friday night, according to the Middleton Police Department.
The teenager was transported by Life Flight to St. Luke’s Boise following the crash but died from his injuries early Saturday morning.
Middleton police said the crash involved a vehicle and a bicyclist near Middleton High School. The 14-year-old suffered critical injuries and was flown to a Boise hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Police announced Saturday morning that the young bicyclist had succumbed to his injuries.
The teen was identified in the information provided for this report as Carson Chrapkowski, a Middleton High School student. However, the police department’s public statement did not release the teenager’s name.
Police arrested 41-year-old Alyssa Louise Anderson in connection with the crash. Anderson was booked into the Canyon County Jail.
According to police, Anderson is facing charges of vehicular manslaughter, aggravated DUI and leaving the scene of an injury accident.
Authorities have not released additional details about the circumstances leading up to the collision or the specific allegations supporting the DUI charge.
The crash remains under investigation by the Middleton Police Department and Idaho State Police. Investigators have not released further information about the sequence of events or whether additional charges could be filed.
Police said they are continuing to work to establish the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.
The Middleton Police Department expressed condolences to the teenager’s parents, family, friends, classmates and others affected by his death as the community mourns the loss of a young student.