AUSTIN, Texas — A mass shooting on 6th Street early Saturday morning has left thirteen injured and one now dead.


What You Need To Know

  • Thirteen were injured and one is dead after a shooting early Saturday morning in downtown Austin, Texas 

  • The shooting happened just before 1:30 a.m. along 6th Street 

  • Police say one out of two suspects is in custody

  • The investigation is ongoing

The Austin Police Department says 25-year-old Douglas Kantor succumbed to his injuries at a local hospital Sunday around noon.

As of now, one out of the two shooting suspects is in custody. Law enforcement is still investigating the incident.

Given the proximity of the shooting, some downtown residents are fearful. This tragic event has really struck home to some.

Austin Mayor Steve Adler on Monday issued the following statement about Kantor: 

"The loss suffered by the Kantor family is unimaginable. Doug Kantor leaves behind family, friends, and the future he was building. His senseless death has filled us with enormous grief, and even more resolve to stop this from happening here and across the country. Our hearts go out to all of Doug Kantor's loved ones."

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Austin Police Department is offering an emotional support service to those seeking solace during this time. One can contact the Austin Police Department Victim Services at 512-974-5037.

For anyone with more information to provide surrounding the shooting, you’re asked to either call APD Homicide at 512-974-TIPS, the Crime Stoppers tip line at 512-472-8477 (TIPS), or the Crime Stoppers app