1 dead in south Austin homicide Monday

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Police Department is investigating a homicide Monday night in south Austin where one person died.

The investigation occurred in the 6700 block of Windrift Way, just north of West William Cannon Drive roughly three blocks west of South First Street.

Sgt. Lee Knouse with APD's Public Information Office said the initial "shoot/stab hotshot call" came in at 5:39 p.m. The caller said someone with "penetrating trauma" needed medical assistance.

Police, fire and EMS personnel responded to the location, but despite life-saving measures, Knouse said one person was pronounced dead.

The APD Homicide Unit is interviewing a person of interest and witnesses, according to Knouse.

He said they believe there is no danger to the public.

If anyone has information about what happened, you are urged to call the APD Homicide Unit at (512) 974-TIPS.