AUSTIN, Texas — A stabbing on a CapMetro bus in South Austin has some riders concerned after two people were injured and another person was detained, according to Austin police.

The incident happened on Friday on South Lamar Boulevard. Police said one victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries, while the other was taken to a hospital in critical condition but is expected to recover.

Some riders said hearing about incidents like this makes them uneasy about using public transit.

“Recently, with the things that have been happening here in Austin, it’s just a little concerning for our safety,” said CapMetro rider Alondra Yanes.

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For many Austinites, riding the bus is part of everyday life.

“I have ridden the bus plenty of times,” said Evelyn Orozco, another CapMetro rider.

Still, some passengers say situations like this one serve as a reminder to stay aware of their surroundings.

“You never know what somebody has on them or if they have a weapon,” said rider Luke Pool.

Austin City Council Member Vanessa Fuentes said public transit riders should feel protected while using the system, but she believes the issue also highlights a need for additional mental health resources.

“Everyone deserves to feel safe while on public transit,” Fuentes said. “What this incident reveals is that we have a significant gap when it comes to our mental health response.”

Pool said he believes some incidents may stem from people not getting the support they need.

“To me, it’s people not getting the help that they need,” he said. “They just don’t know what to do, and then one wrong person says the wrong thing.”

Crime data from the Austin Police Department shows there have been five aggravated assault cases reported within 1,000 feet of the location of the stabbing in the past three years. The data also shows 95 burglaries and nearly 150 thefts in that area during the same time frame.

Fuentes said the city is continuing to look for ways to improve safety and support services.

“There’s clearly a lot more we can be doing,” she said. “Where can we really ensure that we have the necessary resources so that everyone who rides our public transit, who is on a bus, feels and is safe?”

For some riders, the news of the stabbing has led to extra caution when traveling.

“After telling my mom what has been happening, she definitely told me, like, hey, look for safer ways like always be around with friends, don’t go alone,” Orozco said.

Fuentes said the city recently expanded its mental health crisis response, which now operates 24 hours a day. She said she will continue advocating for additional mental health resources.