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The suspect, identified as a male white individual approximately 32 years old, fled the scene shortly after the shooting. He was reported to have a history of mental health issues, but authorities emphasized that information about his background was still emerging during the early stages of the investigation.
In a dramatic chain of events, the suspect stole a vehicle from the parking lot after the shooting. He later wrecked this car before hijacking another vehicle, leading to a high-speed chase across Austin. Police from the Austin Police Department tracked him down in South Austin, where they successfully apprehended him after using a taser. The suspect’s arrest marked the conclusion of a harrowing pursuit that involved multiple vehicle thefts and a dangerous escape.