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16 Jun 2024 | 08:37 AM UTC

US: Police continue search for suspect early June 16 following earlier shooting at Old Settlers Park in Round Rock, Texas /update 1

Police continue search for suspect June 16 following earlier shooting at Old Settlers Park in Round Rock,, US. Multiple casualties reported.

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Police are continuing their search for suspects in Round Rock, Texas, early June 16 following an earlier shooting at Old Settlers Park late June 15. At least six people have been shot in the incident, with two reportedly killed and four more injured. The motive for the shooting remains unclear but is believed to be related to a personal dispute. Round Rock is located immediately north of Austin.

Authorities will almost certainly maintain a heightened security presence in the vicinity of Old Settlers Park in the coming hours. Police will likely close local roads to traffic until the suspect is in custody or is otherwise neutralized. Transport and business disruptions will probably affect the vicinity of the incident site over the short term.

Avoid the incident site until authorities give the all-clear and vacate the scene. Exercise increased vigilance if operating in Round Rock. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area and any disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.