2 Killed and Several Wounded in Shooting During Juneteenth Celebration in Texas Park

Published on June 16, 2024

A shooting in a Texas park left two people dead and several wounded on Saturday, authorities said. The victims were shot shortly before 11 p.m. Saturday during a Juneteenth celebration at Old Settlers Park in Round Rock, about 19 miles (30.5 kilometers) north of Austin. An altercation began between two groups during a concert at the event and someone started shooting, Round Rock Police Chief Allen Banks said during a news conference at the scene. The two victims who were pronounced dead at the scene were not involved in the altercation, Mr. Banks said. The shooting occurred near a vendor area away from the stage set up for the concert, Mr. Banks said....