Crime
Ryder Harrington Identified as One of Two Victims Killed in Austin Buford’s Bar Mass Shooting
AUSTIN, Texas — A GoFundMe campaign has been established to support the family of Ryder Harrington, one of the victims killed in this weekend’s mass shooting in downtown Austin.
The attack occurred early Sunday morning along West Sixth Street, a busy entertainment district near the University of Texas campus.
Three people were killed and at least 14 others were injured when a gunman opened fire outside a crowded bar area.
Loved ones described Ryder as “a beloved son, brother, and friend whose kindness and presence touched countless lives.”
The fundraiser aims to assist his family with funeral costs and related expenses as they cope with what relatives have called an unimaginable loss.
The Austin Police Department identified the suspect as 53-year-old Ndiaga Diagne, a Senegalese-born naturalized U.S. citizen.
Investigators say Diagne initially began firing from inside his vehicle before exiting and continuing the attack on foot into a crowd of civilians.
Officers who were already positioned nearby responded within seconds and engaged the suspect, fatally shooting him.
Authorities indicated that the rapid response likely prevented additional casualties.
Three victims were pronounced dead.
At least 14 others were transported to area hospitals, several of whom remain in critical condition.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation, including its Joint Terrorism Task Force, has joined the investigation.
Officials confirmed that the case is being reviewed as a potential act of terrorism.
According to investigators, the suspect was wearing clothing bearing the phrase “Property of Allah” at the time of the attack.
A Quran was recovered from his vehicle, and additional reports state he was wearing an undershirt displaying imagery associated with the Iranian flag. Authorities are examining whether ideological motivations or international events may have influenced the attack, though no final determination regarding motive has been formally announced.
Newly released video footage captures the moment the suspect opened fire, underscoring the rapid and chaotic nature of the incident.
Law enforcement officials continue to review surveillance video, digital evidence, and witness statements as part of the ongoing investigation.
City leaders have pledged transparency as additional verified information becomes available.
Community members continue to mourn the victims while expressing gratitude for the swift actions of responding officers who intervened during the active threat.
Crime
Woman and Dog Killed, Three Others Injured in Road Rage Stabbing on I-495, Suspect Fatally Shot by Police
ANNANDALE, Va. (Fairfax County) — Authorities confirm that a woman and a dog were fatally stabbed and three additional individuals were injured following an apparent road rage incident Sunday afternoon along the southbound Outer Loop of Interstate 495 near Little River Turnpike.
According to preliminary findings, the violence began after a multi-vehicle crash on the Capital Beltway.
Investigators believe the collision stemmed from a road rage encounter that rapidly escalated when the suspect allegedly exited a vehicle armed with a knife and began attacking multiple people on the highway shoulder.
At least four people sustained stab wounds during the incident. Emergency responders arrived to find chaotic conditions along the heavily traveled corridor.
One victim was undergoing CPR at the scene. Two victims were categorized as “red tag,” indicating critical, life-threatening injuries, while one additional victim was classified as “yellow tag,” signifying serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
The woman who was stabbed succumbed to her injuries.
A dog present during the incident was also fatally wounded.
A source familiar with the investigation told Channel2 NOW that the suspect was allegedly pursuing his wife and family member prior to the crash.
The source indicated that the suspect rammed their vehicle multiple times, forcing it off the roadway, before exiting his vehicle and attacking them with a knife.
Good Samaritans who attempted to intervene were also reportedly stabbed.
All injured victims were transported to area hospitals for further treatment.
Troopers with the Virginia State Police responded to the scene and confronted the armed suspect.
Authorities state that troopers discharged their firearms, striking the suspect.
The suspect was pronounced dead at the scene.
Officials have not yet released the suspect’s identity pending notification of next of kin. State police have stated that, at this time, the incident is not believed to be related to terrorism. The motive remains under investigation.
As is standard protocol, the officer-involved shooting will undergo an independent review.
The incident prompted the full closure of Interstate 495’s Outer Loop between Gallows Road and Little River Turnpike (Route 236) in Annandale. Initially, several lanes were blocked; however, traffic alerts later confirmed that all lanes in the area were shut down.
Drivers were diverted at Exit 80A onto Route 29/Route 50. Motorists were advised to expect significant delays and seek alternate routes while authorities processed the extensive crime scene.
What began as a reported property-damage crash escalated into a fatal and violent confrontation on one of the region’s busiest highways just outside Washington, D.C.
The investigation remains active. Additional details are expected to be released as officials complete their preliminary review and notify affected families.