AUSTIN (KXAN) — Multiple law enforcement agencies were in Austin after an ambulance was stolen in North Texas.
A law enforcement source said someone stole an ambulance from Fort Worth, which led authorities to chase the vehicle to Austin. The incident ended on the upper deck of Interstate 35 near central Austin.
At the scene, a Fort Worth ambulance could be seen blocked in by Texas Department of Public Safety vehicles.
Law enforcement sources confirmed the incident involved a shooting. It is currently unknown if there are any injuries.
Fort Worth ambulance on I-35 upper deck (KXAN photo/Kevin Baskar)
Fort Worth ambulance on I-35 upper deck (KXAN photo/Kevin Baskar)
Fort Worth ambulance on I-35 upper deck (KXAN photo/Kevin Baskar)
Fort Worth ambulance on I-35 upper deck (KXAN photo/Kevin Baskar)
According to Austin Police, the upper deck of I-35 would be closed for several hours due to the “active law enforcement incident” involving Texas DPS.
According to the Texas Department of Transportation, all lanes of southbound I-35 from US-183 to Airport Boulevard were closed, including both upper and lower decks. Drivers should avoid the area and use alternative routes if possible.
This is a developing story. Check back with KXAN for updates.
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