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The Austin Police Department is actively searching for a suspect wanted in connection with a homicide that occurred in East Austin on Sunday afternoon. The incident took place near the intersection of Woodland Avenue and Burton Drive, where officers responded to multiple 911 calls reporting a vehicle crash. Upon arrival, law enforcement located a vehicle that had collided with a fence. Inside the vehicle, officers discovered an adult male suffering from significant trauma; he was pronounced deceased at the scene. Following the discovery of the victim, officers initiated an immediate search for the suspect, who fled the area before police could make contact and remains at large. The suspect is described as a young Hispanic male, estimated to be in his late teens or early twenties, with a slender build and a height of approximately five feet six inches. At the time of the incident, he was last seen wearing a black long-sleeved top that covered his skin, black bottoms, and a black backpack worn on his chest. The investigation is ongoing, with Austin Police Department Homicide Detectives and Austin Forensic Science Crime Scene Specialists working to interview witnesses and analyze evidence, including video surveillance. This case marks the 38th homicide of the year in Austin. Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the suspect's location or identity to contact the APD Homicide Tip Line at 512-974-8477 or CrimeStoppers at 512-472-8477. The public is reminded that the suspect is considered dangerous and should not be approached.
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