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In the early morning hours of Saturday, a gunman or gunmen fired multiple shots near the 400 block of E. Sixth Street. Austin Police reports that a total of 13 victims either sustained gunshot wounds or were injured in the chaos.
A historic party district gone somewhat dormant during the pandemic, Sixth Street attendance had swelled due to easing of COVID-19 lockdown restrictions and this weekend’s Republic of Texas Biker Rally, the largest motorcycle rally in Texas. Additionally, the Sixth Street neighborhood is traditionally barricaded on weekend nights to divert vehicle traffic.
In a press briefing, interim Austin Police Chief Joe Chacon described the “chaotic nature of the incident” and commended APD officers for their work.
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