Austin, TX
Suspect arrested after East Austin shooting leaves six injured
AUSTIN, Texas — Austin police have arrested a suspect in connection with a shooting in East Austin that left half a dozen people injured Sunday night.
According to the Austin Police Department, the shooting happened around 8:26 p.m. on Sunday, April 26, in the 2000 block of East 12th Street.
Investigators said two men were involved in a physical altercation that escalated into an exchange of gunfire, striking several bystanders.
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Six people were treated at local hospitals for non-life-threatening gunshot injuries. Two were transported by Austin-Travis County EMS, while four others arrived at hospitals on their own. All victims are reported to be in stable condition.
Police said 24-year-old Wesley Earl Brown was later arrested in connection with the shooting. He has been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and booked into the Travis County Jail.
Police said 24-year-old Wesley Earl Brown was later arrested in connection with the shooting. He has been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and booked into the Travis County Jail. (Photo: APD)
Despite the arrest, detectives are continuing to investigate and are asking anyone who may have information, photos or video of the incident to come forward.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact APD’s Aggravated Assault Unit at 512-974-4429 or submit an anonymous tip through Capital Area Crime Stoppers at 512-472-8477. A reward of up to $1,000 may be available for information leading to an arrest.
The investigation remains ongoing.