Person Found Shot Near UT Austin West Campus

Austin TX

01 November, 2021

11:00 AM

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AUSTIN, TX — One person was injured after they were shot near University of Texas' west campus late Halloween night, officials said. The shooting occurred around 11:45 p.m. Sunday between 22nd and Pearl Street. Campus police said the person was shot and received medical attention. Officials do not believe the victim was UT-affiliated. Authorities said the suspect's car is described as a silver older model SUV, possibly a Lexus, that was occupied by three men and one woman. The car was last seen traveling eastbound from the intersection. Live in Austin? Click here to subscribe to our free breaking news alerts delivered to your inbox and mobile devices. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter, and download our free mobile app on Android or iPhone. If @Austin_Police provide updates, UTPD will post. Students and employees may request courtesy escorts at 512-471-4441, ext. 9 if SURE Walk and UT Night Rides are unavailable.— UT Austin Police (@UTAustinPolice) November 1, 2021 "We do not believe the vehicle or those involved are still in the area. Remain vigilant and call 911 or utilize the LiveSafe at UT Austin app to report suspicious activity," university police said Sunday in a statement. If anyone has any information about the incident, authorities are urging the community to contact Austin police at 311. If the options are unavailable, people can contact UTPD at 512-471-4441, ext. 9 for a courtesy escort.