Austin Police Department
Coverage of Austin Police Department in the Nexus archive.
- Pedestrian killed in crash on North Lamar Boulevard
A woman was hit and killed by a vehicle late Sunday night in north Austin. The crash occurred on North Lamar Boulevard, according to the Austin Police Department.
- Car break-ins at Austin trails: 2 arrested after investigation
Two men have been arrested in connection to multiple vehicle burglaries. The arrests follow an investigation by the Austin Police Department concerning a series of car break-ins. These incidents occurred at popular park and trail locations.
- APD reviewing 'internal processes' after stolen truck owner hit with $700 bill
The Austin Police Department is reviewing its internal processes after a Central Texas man received a $700 bill when his truck, held for evidence, was released to a tow yard without his notification. The man allowed police to hold the truck to gather evidence but was not informed before its release.
- Judge denies motions in APD protest case, pushes for January trial date
A judge denied defense requests for an evidentiary hearing and dismissal of charges against an Austin police officer accused of actions during the 2020 racial justice protests. The trial is set for January.
- APD lists lost and found items on station website
The Austin Police Department is listing lost and found items on their station website to help return them to their rightful owners. This initiative aims to increase public awareness and facilitate the recovery of lost belongings.
- Rainey Street shooting: Austin police arrest suspect
The Austin Police Department arrested a suspect following a shooting on Rainey Street on July 26. The suspect was one of those the police were searching for after the incident.
- Austin police arrest, charge 20-year-old in Rainey Street shooting
Austin police arrested and charged a 20-year-old in a Rainey Street shooting. The incident involved a man being robbed and shot multiple times, resulting in non-life-threatening injuries.
- Austin Police, Fire surpass overtime budgets by $6.7 million; EMS stays under budget
The Austin Police Department and Austin Fire Department exceeded their overtime budgets by several million dollars this fiscal year, while Austin EMS remained under budget. Combined, the two departments surpassed their overtime budgets by $6.7 million.
- Man armed with gun barricaded inside South Austin home: APD
A man armed with a gun is barricaded inside a South Austin home, according to the Austin Police Department. Police are responding to the situation as a SWAT incident.
- South Austin motel shooting leaves 2 people injured
Two people were injured in a shooting at a South Austin motel. The Austin Police Department is investigating and seeking a suspect.
- Austin officer-involved shooting: New video released by APD
The Austin Police Department has released new video related to an officer-involved shooting that resulted in the death of a teenager last week.
- APD: Person dies two days after being hit by vehicle on I-35
A person died two days after being struck by a vehicle on I-35 in Austin. The Austin Police Department is investigating the incident, which marks the city's 45th fatal crash of 2026.
- APD searching for two suspects involved in Aggravated Robbery
Austin police are seeking the public's help to identify two suspects accused of shooting and robbing a man on Rainey Street over the weekend. The suspects are involved in an aggravated robbery case.
- Homeless man shot by driver after breaking car window with pocketknife: APD
A homeless man was shot and killed by a driver in North Austin after breaking the car's window with a pocketknife, according to the Austin Police Department.
- Austin PD's months-long investigation leads to 8 arrests, massive recovery of stolen property
Austin Police Department's months-long investigation resulted in 8 arrests and the recovery of stolen property. The operation targeted an organized criminal enterprise involved in mail theft, identity fraud, drug trafficking, and gun violations.
- Family identifies 17-year-old killed in APD shooting as community pressure grows for accountability
A family has identified a 17-year-old killed in an Austin Police Department (APD) shooting. Community members and advocacy groups are calling for accountability, while police leaders and the Austin Police Association urge the public not to rush to judgment.
- After fatal APD shooting, expert discusses how officers are trained to respond
Austin police are investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting of a 17-year-old who was later found to be unarmed. A law enforcement training expert highlights the split-second decisions officers face in rapidly evolving situations.
- North Austin homicide: Austin police investigating
The Austin Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred in North Austin. No additional details about the incident or suspects were provided in the report.
- Deadly shooting in northeast Austin potentially suicide by police
A deadly shooting occurred in northeast Austin, which is being investigated by the Austin Police Department and is potentially a suicide by police.
- APD: 1 dead following police shooting in northeast Austin
Austin Police were investigating a fatal shooting involving police in northeast Austin that resulted in one death.
- APD HQ employees relocated after mold found in AC unit
Austin Police Department (APD) employees were relocated after testing at its main headquarters revealed mold in an air-conditioning unit. The issue was identified in a portion of the facility, prompting the move.
- South Austin apartment complex shooting leaves 1 man dead
A shooting at a South Austin apartment complex resulted in one man's death. The Austin Police Department is investigating the homicide.
- Austin police enforce temporary waterways ban as hazardous flooding conditions persist
The Austin Police Department is enforcing a temporary ban on local lakes and rivers due to hazardous flooding conditions. They are warning the public to avoid these waterways as residents continue to violate the mandatory restriction.
- New details released in deadly downtown Austin officer-involved shooting
The Austin Police Department disclosed new information about a deadly officer-involved shooting that occurred in downtown Austin over the weekend. The incident remains under investigation as authorities release updated details.
- APD asks for help to identify person in credit card theft
Austin Police Department is seeking the public's help to identify a suspect in a credit card theft case. The incident occurred in March 2026 and involves credit card abuse.
- APD asks for help identifying men in ATM robbery
Austin Police Department is seeking public assistance to identify three men linked to a series of ATM thefts in north Austin. The police have not provided specific details about the suspects or the timeline of the incidents.
- Downtown Austin crime: APD searching for suspect in connection with series of thefts
The Austin Police Department is seeking help to identify a suspect linked to a series of thefts in downtown Austin. Authorities are investigating ongoing criminal activity in the area.
- 3rd person charged in connection with Sam's BBQ shooting in east Austin: Affidavit
Austin police have arrested a third suspect in connection with a shooting outside Sam's BBQ in east Austin that left six people wounded earlier this year.
- Houston men accused of burglarizing North Austin stores: APD
The Austin Police Department is seeking help to identify three Houston men linked to a series of ATM thefts in North Austin. The suspects are accused of burglarizing stores in the area.
- Flash flooding hits southern Minnesota, closing roadways
Flash flooding in southern Minnesota has caused road closures, including Interstate 90 in Austin. Authorities advise residents to avoid driving until water levels recede, with Mower County receiving 4.5 to 7 inches of rainfall.
- APD investigating East Austin homicide
The Austin Police Department is investigating a homicide in East Austin. The incident is currently under investigation, with no additional details provided in the initial report.
- Austin Police report 25 ICE interactions, 4 transfers to custody so far this year
Austin Police Department reported 25 interactions with ICE and 4 transfers to custody in the first six months of the year, according to new data showing limited ICE engagement.
- Man with multiple warrants arrested in North Austin: APD
A man with 10 outstanding arrest warrants was arrested by the Austin Police Department in North Austin.
- Austin police officer pleads guilty to speeding after 2025 crash that injured 2
Austin Police Officer Daniel Robert Kessler Jr. pleaded guilty to two speeding charges tied to a 2025 crash involving three vehicles. The incident left two people injured.
- Personal watercrafts banned on Lake Austin for July 4th
The Austin Police Department's Lake Patrol Unit will enforce a city ordinance banning personal watercraft, wet bikes, motorized surfboards, and similar devices on Lake Austin. The ban is in effect for the July 4th period.
- Austin robbery: 3 suspects accused of injuring 7-Eleven employee, stealing alcohol
The Austin Police Department is seeking help to identify three suspects accused of robbing a 7-Eleven store, injuring an employee, and stealing alcohol.
- APD asks for help finding man connected to robbery outside East 6th night club
Austin Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating a suspect linked to a robbery that took place outside Mala Fama on May 26. The incident occurred at a night club in East 6th.
- Austin homicides: APD investigating 5 cases within 2 weeks
Austin police are investigating five homicides that occurred within the past two weeks. Authorities state the recent killings are not connected.
- Austin police investigating homicide in South Austin
The Austin Police Department is investigating a homicide in South Austin. The incident is currently under active investigation.
- Woman found dead at South Austin complex may have been trying to meet someone: APD
The Austin Police Department is investigating the murder of a woman found dead at a South Austin apartment complex and believes she may have been trying to meet someone.