Three people, including a 21-year-old Indian-American student, were killed in a shooting outside Buford’s Backyard Beer Garden in Austin during the early hours of Sunday. Authorities believe the attack may have terror-related links. The suspect was shot dead by police at the scene.
The incident unfolded at approximately 1:59 a.m., when the gunman opened fire on patrons gathered at the popular downtown venue. According to police, officers responded within moments of the first emergency call and neutralized the attacker within a minute.
The victims have been identified as 19-year-old Ryder Harrington, 21-year-old Savitha Shan, and 30-year-old Jorge Pederson. More than a dozen others sustained injuries, with several reported to be in critical condition.
Savitha Shan, an Austin native, was a dual-degree senior at the University of Texas at Austin, majoring in Management Information Systems and Economics. University officials described her as an outstanding student leader who was just months away from graduating.
Her death has deeply impacted the Indian diaspora in Austin, especially among students and professionals in the city’s prominent “Silicon Hills” technology corridor. The University of Texas campus remained somber in the aftermath of the tragedy, as students and faculty voiced renewed concerns over gun violence.
The alleged gunman, identified as 53-year-old Ndiaga Diagne, was a naturalized American citizen originally from Senegal. The FBI has launched an investigation into possible connections to terrorist organizations and is examining the motive behind the attack.
Authorities continue to conduct a comprehensive investigation as the city confronts yet another devastating episode of mass gun violence.
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