The Big Picture
In the aftermath of the mass shooting on West Sixth Street that killed three people and injured more than a dozen, the City of Austin and the Austin Police Department are directing victims and their families to available resources. These include grief counseling, information on how to check on loved ones, and how to collect personal property left at the scene.
What's Available
Victim services: The City of Austin is coordinating grief counseling and mental health support for those affected.
Property collection: APD has set up a process for recovering personal belongings left at the scene.
Loved ones: Information lines are available for families trying to locate or check on people who were downtown during the shooting.
Multiple agencies are involved in the response, including the City of Austin, APD, and local nonprofits.
Why It Matters
For the families and individuals directly affected by this tragedy, knowing where to turn is critical. These resources exist to help people navigate an incredibly difficult time — from mental health support to the practical realities of recovering belongings and getting information about loved ones. If you or someone you know was affected, reach out.