A Shooting in Austin: What Happened and Why?

A man named Ethan Nieneker, 32, is accused of a shooting in a Target parking lot in North Austin. He is said to have mental health problems. The shooting happened on Monday near Ohlen Road. Three people died, and one was hurt but not by the shooting. The police have not said why this happened. Nieneker drove away in a stolen car after the shooting. He crashed the car and stole another one. The police used a Taser to stop him in South Austin. The police chief, Lisa Davis, said more information will be shared at a press conference. The shooting started around 2:15 p. m. on Monday. The police arrived quickly. The crime scene was active, so people could not get their cars from the parking lot. Later, they could pick up their cars after 10 p. m. Target, the store where the shooting happened, released a statement. They said they are sad and shocked by what happened. They are working with the police. This is a sad event. It is important to think about mental health and safety in public places. The police are still investigating. More details will come out in the next few days.