Jesús Garza, Interim City Manager | City of Austin website
Jesús Garza, Interim City Manager | City of Austin website
Austin Police Department (APD) officers responded to reports of a shooting at 2207 Wickersham Lane where a tragic incident unfolded on Saturday, March 23, 2024. The victim, identified as Christopher Rodriguez, was fatally shot during a disturbance. The caller reported the situation, stating that Rodriguez had been shot.
Upon arrival, officers found Rodriguez with a gunshot wound, and despite attempts to save his life, their efforts were unsuccessful. The suspect, Adam Brown, was swiftly apprehended at the scene by responding officers following the shooting.
According to detectives investigating the case, the altercation between Brown and Rodriguez arose from an argument that escalated, resulting in the fatal shooting. Brown has since been arrested and charged with first-degree murder in connection to the incident.
In light of the ongoing investigation, authorities are urging anyone with information related to the case to come forward and assist in the process. The Austin Police Department can be reached at 512-974-TIPS, and anonymous tips can also be submitted through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program at austincrimestoppers.org or by calling 512-472-8477.
This unfortunate event marks Austin's 14th homicide of 2024, as law enforcement officials continue their efforts to uncover the details surrounding this tragic loss of life.
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