FBI investigating 'potential nexus to terrorism' in deadly mass shooting

12 hours ago

Law enforcement is investigating a potential link between the attack on Iran and a shooting in Austin’s entertainment district that killed two and wounded 14.
The suspect, a 53-year-old naturalized US citizen from Senegal, had a shirt with an Iranian flag design and was killed during the incident.
Authorities found a pistol and an assault rifle in the suspect’s possession and are examining his digital devices for propaganda or writings.
The FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force has joined the investigation due to evidence suggesting a potential terrorism nexus.
The suspect shot patrons from his SUV before exiting with a rifle; police responded within a minute due to predeployed weekend patrols.
EMS responded swiftly, with all critical patients transported within 24 minutes and all patients within 47 minutes.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ordered increased patrols in the Sixth Street area following the attack.

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