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Standoff Ends Peacefully in North Austin | Texas News
In a tense Wednesday morning standoff in North Austin, Gregory Lane allegedly assaulted an unknown man with a handgun before firing at Officer Stephen Abbott, sparking a dramatic hour-long siege. SWAT and negotiators worked tirelessly to de-escalate the situation, ultimately securing Lane’s surrender without injury. Lane, now facing attempted capital murder and aggravated assault charges, surrendered with his hands up after police found weapons inside his apartment. Officer Abbott, who’s been on administrative leave while investigations unfold, remains under review as authorities examine…
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