Three dead and 14 injured after bar shooting in Austin, Texas

1 Mar 2026 • 9:21 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • A shooting at a bar in Austin, Texas, resulted in three fatalities and 14 people being wounded.
  • The incident occurred early on Sunday morning at Buford's, a popular beer garden in the city's entertainment district.
  • Police received a call at 1:39 a.m. and arrived on the scene within 57 seconds.
  • Officers confronted a male suspect armed with a gun and returned fire, killing him.
  • Of the 14 injured individuals, three are reported to be in critical condition.

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