Austin, TX
Police identify victim in North Austin fatal shooting as search for suspect continues
AUSTIN, Texas — Police have identified a 23-year-old man who was fatally shot Sunday night in North Austin. Authorities continue to search for a suspect who fled the scene.
Cam Ron Perkins was pronounced dead at the scene at 8:15 p.m. after officers responded to reports of multiple gunshots at 9616 North Lamar Boulevard, the Austin Police Department said.
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Officers arrived around 8 p.m. and found Perkins with fatal injuries, according to police.
Homicide detectives and crime scene specialists processed the scene and interviewed witnesses. The preliminary investigation indicates the suspect left in either a black Dodge Charger or black Dodge Challenger, police said.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Austin Police Department at 512-974-TIPS or submit tips anonymously through Capital Area Crime Stoppers at austincrimestoppers.org or 512-472-8477. A reward of up to $1,000 may be available for information leading to an arrest.