A tragic shooting incident occurred in Austin, Texas, late on Sunday night, leading to the deaths of at least three people and injuries to 18 others. Authorities are treating the event as a possible act of terrorism, prompting an investigation by the FBI. The shooting took place around 2 AM local time in a popular university bar area, known for its nightlife and social atmosphere.

According to Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis, the suspect, who was killed by responding officers, reportedly circled the bar area before beginning his attack. Eyewitnesses described how he turned on the lights of his car, opened the window, and started shooting at patrons in the bar's patio area with a handgun. After discharging his weapon, the shooter exited his vehicle and continued firing until police intervened, resulting in his death.

In the aftermath, emergency services transported 18 injured individuals to local hospitals, with at least three individuals reported to be in critical condition. Authorities have launched a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting to determine the shooter’s motives and whether this incident had links to broader terror-related activities, raising concerns within the local community about safety and security in public spaces.