Austin Officer and Woman Shot in Zilker Park | Texas News

Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 8, 2026 · 1m

A chilling early Wednesday morning in Austin turned deadly when a police officer and a woman were shot during a high-stakes confrontation near Zilker Park. Responding to a stolen vehicle call, the officer bravely returned fire as the suspect fatally wounded the woman before fleeing. A frantic manhunt ensued, triggering a shelter-in-place alert, until the suspect was cornered near a school and shot by a homeowner. Both the suspect and the officer are now in stable condition, while the woman’s injuries are critical. Police Chief Lisa Davis called it a “nightmare,” honoring the officer’s courage…