Police Seek Help To ID Man Shot Dead At North Austin Hotel

NORTH AUSTIN, TEXAS — Police on Wednesday released more details about a fatal shooting that occurred the previous day at a North Austin hotel as they seek help from the public in identifying the victim.

Police were called to the WoodSpring Suites hotel at 11105 North Interstate 35, just before 3 p.m. on Tuesday where they found a man shot dead in the 4th floor hallway at the two-star hotel. Members of the Austin Police Department's Metro Tactical Team happened to be across the street when the call was made, officials said, ensuring a quick arrival.

The tactical team members were met at the shooting scene by units from the Lone Star Fugitive Task Force and the Violent Crimes Task Force, according to a press advisory.

There, police said they found a mortally wounded Hispanic man whose name has not been disclosed but who went by the nickname "Chato." Police began implementing life-saving measures before the arrival of Austin-Travis County EMS medics but the man was pronounced dead just before 3:45 p.m., according to police.

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The medical examiner has since ruled his death as a homicide, and believe the victim was targeted in the shooting for a specific reason. Police now seek help in identifying the victim as they search for a suspect.

Those with information are asked to call the Homicide Tip Line at 512-477-3588, Crime Stoppers at 512-472-TIPS, text "Tip 103" + your message to CRIMES or use the new Crime Stoppers App or email APD Homicide at homcide.apd@austintexas.gov. Tipsters also can submit tips by downloading APD’s mobile app, Austin PD, for free on iPhone and Android.

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