Early this morning, Austin Police Department (APD) SWAT teams were dispatched to a location near the Mueller neighborhood, prompting residents and commuters in the area to seek alternative routes. As reported by KXAN, the situation unfolded in the 2600 block of Aldrich Street in east Austin.

Details regarding the nature of the SWAT call have not been made public, but the scene is still active, and law enforcement officials have established a perimeter, requesting that the public stay clear of the vicinity. According to the same report by KXAN, a briefing by the APD is expected to provide additional information at 10:45 a.m.

Similarly, FOX7 Austin has confirmed the presence of SWAT teams in the area, indicating that a call was indeed made and that the APD is currently handling the situation. Residents in the Mueller neighborhood and surrounding areas are advised to monitor local news outlets for updates and traffic adjustments.

The APD has yet to release details about any suspects or the circumstances that led to the deployment of the SWAT team, however, the situation is ongoing and information is expected to emerge following the aforementioned APD press briefing. As the community looks on, the area of Aldrich Street, continues to be under close scrutiny by local authorities.