Austin Police Arrest 2, Seek 3 After Weekend Shootings

Police in Austin, Texas, have arrested two suspects and are searching for a third following a series of at least ten apparently random shootings across the city over the weekend that left four people injured. A shelter-in-place order for a large area of South Austin was lifted Sunday afternoon after the two arrests.

The shootings occurred late Saturday and into Sunday morning, with incidents reported at two Austin fire stations. Police Chief Lisa Davis said one victim sustained serious injuries, while three others suffered minor wounds. Authorities described the suspects as Hispanic males in their late teens.

Mayor Kirk Watson stated that no specific motive for the attacks has been identified and that the actions appear to be random. During a news conference, he noted the suspects appeared to be changing vehicles as they traveled.

Police said the suspects used multiple stolen cars during the incidents. Vehicles linked to the investigation include a black or dark blue 2012 Hyundai Sonata with a broken passenger window, a gold Hyundai sedan, a silver Mazda four-door, and a white Kia Optima. Chief Davis urged residents not to leave their vehicles unlocked or keys inside, emphasizing...