A road rage incident in Austin, Texas, on the weekend led to a shooting, according to an affidavit.
The altercation occurred near Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Interstate 35, resulting in a 21-year-old Jacob Gonzalez being accused of shooting another person.
The shooting allegedly took place after the victim approached the accused’s vehicle while both cars were stopped at a traffic light.
Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, but no details regarding the victim’s injuries or current condition have been released.
Witnesses have provided statements to the police, indicating that the confrontation began with aggressive driving behavior.
Police responded to the scene after receiving 911 calls reporting shots fired. Officers detained the accused and gathered physical evidence, while temporarily cordoning off the area for public safety and investigation.
The names of the individuals involved have not been released, and the accused is currently in custody. He faces charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, though authorities are continuing to assess whether additional charges are necessary.
The Austin Police Department is encouraging any additional witnesses to come forward. Investigators are seeking more information to better understand the events leading to the shooting.
