3 killed in shooting at Texas Target store

Three people were killed in a shooting at a Target store in Austin, Texas, on Monday evening, local authorities confirmed. One suspect has been taken into custody in connection with the incident.

Austin police said in a statement on social media platform X that the scene remains active and an investigation is ongoing. The motive behind the attack has not yet been disclosed.

Emergency services from Austin-Travis County reported providing assistance to four individuals, although the extent of their injuries was not specified.

The suspect has been described as a white male wearing shorts and a Hawaiian-style floral shirt. Following the shooting, several roads around the store were closed, and residents were urged to avoid the area.

The incident occurred during the busy back-to-school shopping season. Videos posted on social media showed a heavy police and emergency response presence in the store’s parking lot.

Further details are expected as the investigation continues.