Burglary Suspect Shot Dead By Police In Central Austin

AUSTIN, TX — A suspected burglar was shot dead by police after a confrontation Friday morning, officials said.

The male suspect, described only as Caucasian, is accused of having entered the home along the 4500 block of Avenue G early Friday, prompting its occupants to hide in a closet after calling 911 police at around 3:40 a.m., the assistant police chief explained in a subsequent press briefing with reporters.

Two officers arrived to the scene, later saying the suspect shot at them — forcing them to return fire, according to the police. The suspect was pronounced dead at the scene.

The officer who fired the fatal shot has been placed on administrative leave while an investigation continues, which is standard protocol when officer-involved shootings occur. The names of the suspect and officers involved have not yet been disclosed.

This is a developing story. Patch will provide more details as they are made available by police.

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