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Three people were killed and at least others 14 others injured in a mass shooting overnight in Austin, Texas. Austin police responded to reports of gunfire at Buford's bar in downtown Austin just before 2:00 a.m. early Sunday morning, with officers firing back and killing the suspected shooter, KVUE, KXAN and KUT 90.5 reported.

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... Of the 14 people who were hurt, three are in critical condition as the Austin Police Department and the FBI investigate the shooting.

"I'm very thankful for the speed with which our public safety officials responded to this," Austin Mayor Kirk Watson told reporters at a press conference. "I don't think there's any question that it saved lives."

APD Chief Lisa Davis said during the press conference that the suspected shooter, who was one of the three people killed, circled the block where Buford's is located several times before he stopped, rolled down the windows and shot at people at the bar.

The shooter then exited his SUV and started shooting at people walking along the street.

Police responded quickly, engaging the shooter, returning fire and killing him as EMT started attending to people who had been shot. ...


#1 | Posted by LampLighter at 2026-03-01 01:30 PM | Reply

Stopping the carnage ON DAY ONE

#2 | Posted by LegallyYourDead at 2026-03-01 01:43 PM | Reply

"I'm very thankful for the speed with which our public safety officials responded to this,"

Why didn't someone in the bar just yank his gat and bust a cap on the perp?

#3 | Posted by REDIAL at 2026-03-01 01:49 PM | Reply

"I'm very thankful for the speed with which our public safety officials responded to this,"

Odd because WayMo was obstructing their response.
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Why didn't someone in the bar just yank his gat and bust a cap on the perp?
#3 | POSTED BY REDIAL

Duh.... Gun Free Zone ...

Texas Penal Code - PENAL 46.03. Places Weapons Prohibited
7) on the premises of a business that has a permit or license issued under Chapter 25, 28, 32, 69, or 74, Alcoholic Beverage Code, if the business derives 51 percent or more of its income from the sale or service of alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption, as determined by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission under Section 104.06, Alcoholic Beverage Code;
codes.findlaw.com

#4 | Posted by oneironaut at 2026-03-01 03:05 PM | Reply

Now they are learning ....

At least 2 killed in Austin, Texas bar shooting; FBI probes "potential nexus to terrorism"
www.cbsnews.com

Chances a muslim was involved, upset of Iran ... High!

#5 | Posted by oneironaut at 2026-03-01 03:07 PM | Reply

Suspect in Texas bar shooting wore 'Property of Allah' clothing and Iranian flag emblem according to AP source
www.pbs.org

Gunman who killed two people in Texas wore shirt with an Iranian flag design
www.fox10tv.com

#6 | Posted by oneironaut at 2026-03-01 03:09 PM | Reply

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