Police ID Man Shot Dead In East Austin

EAST AUSTIN, TX — Police on Monday identified the victim of a March 15 shooting that occurred in East Austin.

Ruler Stephon Bailey, a 21-year-old black male, died after arriving at the hospital after being shot at an apartment complex on 6407 Springdale Rd. Police responded to the scene at 12:46 p.m. to find Bailey with obvious trauma throughout his body as a result of gunshot wounds. After EMS medics performed resuscitation efforts, the young man was taken to University Medical Center Brackenridge, but he died shortly afterwards.

Police noted they had to issue an "office needs assistance" call at the scene given the chaotic scene with many witnessed gathered while police tried to secure the scene.

Police said in a press release they are still trying to find a suspect, and are working on several leads. A Travis County Medical Examiner autopsy ruled the death a homicide.

Detectives urge anyone with any information regarding this incident to call the Homicide Tip Line at 512-477-3588 or Crime Stoppers at 512-472-TIPS or text "Tip 103" + a message to CRIMES or to use the new Crime Stoppers App. Those with tips also can submit tips by downloading APD’s mobile app, Austin PD, for free on iPhone and Android.

A reward of up to a $1,000 is being offered for information leading to the arrest of the homicide suspect, and those providing information can remain anonymous.

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