Austin Target Shooting Kills 3, Injures 4, Suspect Detained

A shooting occurred at a Target store in North Austin, Texas, leaving at least two people dead and several others injured, including a child. The suspect, described as a white male wearing khaki shorts and a Hawaiian or floral shirt, opened fire in the parking lot before fleeing the scene in a car stolen at the location. Austin Police Department initially reported the suspect was at large and warned the public not to approach him, but later confirmed the suspect was taken into custody at a separate location. Emergency services treated and transported multiple victims to local hospitals, while police conducted a major search and investigation, including reviewing surveillance footage and closing nearby roads. Authorities urged residents to avoid the area, stay indoors, and report any suspicious activity amid the ongoing investigation. The incident has prompted a significant police presence and heightened alert in surrounding neighborhoods and businesses.