AUSTIN, Texas — Austin police are asking for the public’s help identifying a woman accused of repeatedly striking another person in the head with a large stick during a fight at a South Austin park, causing serious injuries.
The incident happened between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Aug. 26 near the basketball courts at Gillis Neighborhood Park, located at 2410 Durwood Street, according to the Austin Police Department.
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Police said a disturbance escalated into a physical fight between two people. During an argument, the suspect allegedly grabbed a large stick and struck the victim multiple times in the head.
APD detectives are investigating the incident as an aggravated assault and are seeking witnesses who may have information about the suspect.
The suspect is described as a Black woman between 45 and 55 years old, approximately 5 feet, 3 inches tall and weighing about 120 pounds. She has short black hair.
Anyone with information is asked to contact APD’s Aggravated Assault Unit at 512-974-5245. Anonymous tips can be submitted through Capital Area Crime Stoppers or by calling 512-472-8477. A reward of up to $1,000 may be available for information leading to an arrest.