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Three people were killed and 14 were injured when a gunman opened fire in a bar before being fatally shot by police.

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Three people were killed and 14 were injured when a gunman opened fire in a bar before being fatally shot by police.

This matches the Austin, TX, shooting at Buford’s bar (West 6th Street) on March 1, 2026 (~1:59 a.m.), cross-referenced with prior DHS/AP details on suspect Ndiaga Diagne (now confirmed killed by police). Latest clarifies: 3 dead at scene (prior reports said 2), 3 critically injured; total 17 patients, 14 hospitalized.

Response Timeline

  • EMS (Chief Robert Luckritz): Call at 1:59 a.m.; first responders on scene in 57 seconds. All critical patients evacuated in 24 min; all in 47 min (20+ resources).
  • Police (Chief Lisa Davis): Officers engaged armed male suspect immediately; 3 fired, killing him. No other suspects.
  • Public Alert: APD X post to avoid area.

Official Statements

  • Mayor Kirk Watson: Praised rapid response for saving lives.
  • No motive disclosed; FBI terrorism probe ongoing (indicators like clothing/vehicle).

Joint APD/AFD/ATCEMS effort. Evolving story—FBI link to Iran strikes notable. Need suspect background refresh or Austin safety stats?

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