Indicted Austin Police Officer Charged in Fatal Shooting of Tech Entrepreneur

Austin Police Department (APD) officer Daniel Sanchez has been indicted for third-degree felony deadly conduct in connection with the shooting death of Rajan Moonesinghe in November 2022. Sanchez, who is currently on paid administrative duty, responded to a call about a man firing a rifle in a densely populated neighborhood. The indictment has sparked controversy, with Moonesinghe's family calling for higher charges and criticizing the police department's response. The case will proceed to trial, where Sanchez maintains his innocence.