Austin police arrest three teens after random shootings injure four
Summary
Three teenagers have been arrested in connection with a series of at least 10 random shootings across Austin, Texas, over the weekend, which injured four people and prompted a shelter-in-place order. The suspects, aged 15 and 17, allegedly used stolen guns.
How coverage differs
Left outlets report on the arrests in connection with Austin's random shootings, while right outlets emphasize the arrested ‘teens,’ the high number of incidents, and the alleged use of stolen guns.
- Left: Teen gun violence terrorizes Austin, injuring four residents Left-leaning outlets report on the arrests of three individuals in connection with a shooting spree across Austin, Texas, that left four people injured. They emphasize the overall event and the fact that suspects are now in custody.
- Right: Teen crime wave terrorizes Austin with random shootings Right-leaning outlets highlight the age of the suspects, specifically mentioning 'teens' or 'juveniles' arrested for the random shootings across Austin. They also emphasize the high number of incidents, with some reporting up to 12 separate shootings, and the alleged use of stolen guns.