At a Glance
- Austin Police Department responded to a barricaded suspect after a domestic violence call.
- The call was received at 4 a.m., SWAT deployed at 8 a.m., suspect arrested by 10 a.m.
- No incident occurred during the arrest.
- Why it matters: It demonstrates swift law-enforcement action in a domestic violence emergency.
The Austin Police Department responded to a barricaded subject following a domestic violence incident on Saturday morning. The call came in at 4 a.m. and the suspect was arrested by 10 a.m. without incident.
Incident Timeline
APD received an attempted suicide hotshot call for a male at 4 a.m.. Upon arrival, officers tried to coax the man out of the home, but he remained inside while a woman and child exited. SWAT was called in at 8 a.m. to assist.
Response and Arrest
The suspect was apprehended without incident by 10 a.m. after officers secured the perimeter and conducted a thorough search. The arrest was reported in a later update from APD.
Key Takeaways
- The incident involved a domestic violence situation and an attempted suicide call.
- Police action began early in the morning and escalated with SWAT support.
- The suspect was arrested peacefully by mid-morning.
Austin Police’s rapid response highlights the department’s commitment to addressing domestic violence and ensuring public safety.
