The Austin Police Department is actively investigating a home break-in that escalated into a shooting on September 9, 2024. At around 10:24 p. m. , officers responded to a shots fired call in the 5300 block of Jimmy Clay Drive, where they found a victim with a gunshot wound. The victim was quickly transported to a local hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening.

According to detectives, the incident involved a suspect knocking on the victim’s door, followed by a second suspect breaking into the apartment. As the intruder entered, the victim fired several shots in self-defense, but the armed suspect shot and injured another individual inside the residence. The police have described the primary suspect as a Hispanic male with a notable tattoo on his left elbow. They are also searching for a white vehicle that may have been used during the escape. Community members with information are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers for a chance at a reward of up to $1,000.