Shocking scenes.
Police have responded to a mass shooting incident with authorities saying there are multiple fatalities and as many as 14 people injured.
The incident took place when a gunman opened fire at a packed bar in downtown Austin.
Police rushed to the scene in mere seconds where they confronted the gunman and returned fire, killing him.
Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis said: “Officers immediately transitioned, came over East 6th to West 6th Street and were faced with the individual with a gun.”
Three victims are listed as in a critical condition.
Austin Mayor Kirk Watson said: “Our hearts go out to the people that are victims of this and I want to reiterate my thanks to our public safety officers and officials that so rapidly were on the scene, they definitely saved lives.”
Austin Police Department described the attack as a mass shooting which began as a popular bar, Buford’s Backyard Beer Garden, was closing for the night.
One resident explained that he heard at least 17 shots being fired.
Witnesses also described scenes of ‘absolute chaos’.
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