West Sixth Street tragedy: 3 dead, 14 hospitalized after Austin shooting; suspect killed by police

A shooting at Buford’s on West Sixth Street in Austin left three people dead and 14 hospitalized, with the suspect among the deceased after being shot by responding officers in an officer-involved shooting. About 17 people were at the scene; three were pronounced dead on arrival and several others were in critical condition. Officials urged the public to avoid the area as investigations continue and victim-services support was offered to families.