Austin Police Seek White Nissan Sentra and Masked Suspects in East Austin Drive-By Investigation
Detectives are asking residents to share videos and tips to help confirm a possible tie to a fatal shooting.
Overview
- Police say a drive-by on April 2 at 10:48 p.m. on the 5300 block of King Henry Drive left several homes hit by gunfire and no injuries reported.
- Witnesses reported a white sedan that passed a group outside a home, returned moments later, and opened fire on them.
- Detectives believe the car was a white 2019 Nissan Sentra with up to five occupants, including at least two shooters described as Black men wearing ski masks.
- Investigators say the attack may be connected to a homicide about two hours later on the 10900 block of Brazoria Lane, where Joshua Williams was found shot and pronounced dead.
- APD is asking for photos, videos, and tips, with information accepted at 512-974-5245 or anonymously through Capital Area Crime Stoppers at 512-472-8477, and a reward of up to $1,000 is available.