AUSTIN, Texas – The Austin Police Department is investigating a homicide that took place Sunday evening.

  • First homicide of 2019
  • Happened at apartment complex on N. Lamar Blvd.
  • Victim was stabbed

Police responded to reports of a stabbing around 10 p.m. at the Villas of Quail Creek Apartment complex, located at 9036 N. Lamar Blvd. When first responders arrived on-scene, they found a man with multiple stab wounds

The victim, identified as Pedro Calcalel, 49, was transported to Dell Seton Medical Center where he underwent emergency surgery but later died from his injuries. Police believe the motive behind the crime was robbery and witnesses described multiple male suspects that fled the scene.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 512-472-TIPS or text "Tip 103" to CRIMES. You may remain anonymous.