The Austin Police Department is requesting the public's assistance regarding an aggravated assault that occurred on November 1, 2026, at 1:37 a.m. inside the Voodoo Room located at 419 East 6th Street. Officers found two victims with gunshot wounds, who were transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Press Release: Austin Police Department
Published November 5, 2026. Reproduced in full from the Austin Police Department.
APD Detectives Search for a Suspect in Connection to an Aggravated Assault
Case: 26-3050265
Date: Sunday, November 1, 2026
Time: 1:37 a.m.
Location: 419 East 6th Street (Voodoo Room)
The Austin Police (APD) Aggravated Assault Unit is requesting the public's help in gathering information related to an Aggravated Assault that occurred on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
At 1:37 a.m., APD officers responded to a report of a shooting inside Voodoo Room located at 419 East 6th Street. When officers arrived on the scene, they located two victims inside the bar with gunshot wounds. Officers rendered aid until Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services (ATCEMS) arrived and transported the victims to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Detectives have conducted interviews with multiple witnesses, who described a possible subject with a gun as a Black male with a short twist hairstyle, wearing a white T-shirt.
At this time, there has been no suspect identified or arrest made in relation to this incident. Detectives believe that there may be more witnesses to the incident, and are encouraging anyone with photos, videos, or other potential evidence to share them with APD. You may submit materials by clicking here or scanning the QR code below.
APD strongly encourages anyone with information to contact the Aggravated Assault Unit at 512-974-5245. You can also submit tips anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting austincrimestoppers.org or calling 512-472-8477. A reward of up to $1,000 is available for information leading to an arrest
