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Child and two adults fatally shot inside apartment
A man, a woman, and a child were found dead from multiple gunshot wounds inside a Georgetown apartment on Saturday night.
GEORGETOWN, Texas - A man, woman and a child were found dead inside a Georgetown apartment Saturday night, police said.
Georgetown apartment shooting
What we know:
Georgetown police received a call at 7:26 p.m. Saturday reporting deceased people inside an apartment in the 300 block of Luther Drive. Officers arrived seven minutes later and found the three individuals who had each been shot multiple times.
The deceased were identified as Alonzo Hawkins, 34; Doneisha Brooks, 39; and Olivia Brooks, 8.
Georgetown police said the investigation is active and evidence indicates the suspect was known to the victims. A person of interest has been identified, but their location is unknown.
The police department said it is working to ensure the safety of the community.
Georgetown police say the victims were shot multiple times, and they believe the perpetrator is someone they knew.
Police say they have identified a person of interest.
Local perspective:
"I’m so surprised to hear what a terrible thing that has happened because it was handled really quietly," said one resident, who asked to remain anonymous.
Several residents say that while there was a police presence around the complex last night, they did not hear gunfire or notice any other signs that something was amiss.
But some residents say this is not the first incident that has happened in the area, and they’re starting to question the safety of the neighborhood.
"I’m thinking about moving because around four months ago they lit a car on fire," a resident told FOX 7 on the condition of anonymity.
"I don’t believe it’s safe."
What you can do:
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Georgetown Police Department at 512-930-3510 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-252-TIPS.
Georgetown police are receiving assistance from the Texas Rangers, Williamson County Sheriff’s Office and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
The Source: Information in this article is from the Georgetown Police Department.