Austin Confronts Unsettling Spike in November Homicides Amid Tensions with Police Department
Austin records a significant surge in homicides for November, with nine incidents amounting to 14% of the year's total, amid concerns about the impact of 2020 budget cuts on the police department's resources and efficacy.
Austin Police Investigate 64th Homicide Following Parmer Lane Shooting, Suspect Charged with 1st Degree Murder
Police responded to a shooting in Austin; a man was found deceased and Steven Rippley confessed, claiming self-defense. Rippley is charged with 1st Degree Murder as the 64th homicide of the year.
Austin Shaken by String of Violent Robberies, Suspect Alexander Sanabria Arrested Following Multidepartment Pursuit
Austin police arrested Alexander Sanabria for a series of violent crimes, including robberies at gas stations. He was caught following a multi-agency investigation and car chase.
Austin Police Investigate 65th Homicide of the Year, No Suspects in Custody Yet
The Austin Police Department is investigating the 65th homicide in the city after responding to a fatal shooting at the Bridge at Granada Apartments. No suspect is in custody, but the incident appears isolated with no public threat.












