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3 in custody following weekend crime spree of 12 shootings, multiple car thefts in Austin
Summary by The Woodlands Editorial Desk · As published by Houston Public Media
· May 18, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway There were 12 shootings and several car thefts reported.
A crime spree occurred in Austin over the weekend, involving multiple incidents. There were 12 shootings and several car thefts reported. The situation has led to three individuals being taken into custody.
Details of the events and the arrests are available from Houston Public Media. For more information on the crime spree and the current status of the investigation, readers can refer to the source for further details and updates.
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Category: safety ·
Published: May 18, 2026 ·
Source: Houston Public Media ·
Reading time: 1 min
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