Austin Man Shot by Police After Scooter Incident | Texas News

Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 13, 2026 · 1m

A man in Austin was fatally shot by police after allegedly striking a woman with a scooter and pulling a gun on runners — a confrontation that escalated when officers later found him near a trail, leading to a deadly standoff. Body cam footage shows Diaz raising a weapon at officers, prompting them to fire. He was found dead at the scene, with three guns recovered — including the one he allegedly pointed at police. Authorities are investigating his motives, potential bias in the initial incident, and whether officers acted appropriately, with both criminal and administrative reviews underway…