East Austin death investigation underway: APD
FULL: APD gives update on East Austin death investigation
The Austin Police Department is investigating a death in East Austin.
AUSTIN, Texas - The Austin Police Department is investigating a death in East Austin.
What we know:
Police said on July 8, at 5:42 p.m., officers responded to a check welfare call at Bolm District Park at 6700 Bolm Rd. A park visitor reported finding a body in the area.
When officers arrived, they found a victim with trauma to their body. The victim was later pronounced dead on scene.
Originally, APD said this was a homicide investigation. However, nearly an hour later, APD clarified, saying this is being investigated as a death, not a homicide.
This is an active investigation.
If anyone has any information about the incident, call the Austin Police Department homicide tipline at (512) 477-3588.
The Source: Information from the Austin Police Department