Nicole Parton

FBI Special Agent Alex Doran mentioned during a press briefing that there were indicators on the suspect and his vehicle suggesting possible links to terrorism, although he cautioned that it was too early in the investigation to draw any definitive conclusions.

Investigators are also looking into the suspect's mental health.

Currently, the incident is being treated as a lone wolf attack rather than part of a larger conspiracy.

Walker Deo, a student at UT who witnessed the shooting, described the chaos as shots rang out.

It was just unbelievable.

20 or 30 shots at least, he said.

Everyone went into a frenzy running and driving, diving for cover.

People jumped into their cars and sped away.

Deo expressed concern for the victim, saying he was left with a lasting emotional scar from the experience.

Now I find myself questioning whether I want to return to the 6th Street area, he admitted.

Emergency Medical Services Chief Robert Lukritz reported that three individuals died at the scene.

Fourteen others were transported to the hospital.

Many remain in critical condition.

Austin Mayor Kirk Watson commended the swift actions of law enforcement.

They undoubtedly saved lives, he said.

Governor Greg Abbott issued a statement Sunday afternoon extending his condolences to the victims and their family.

Governor Craig Abbott issued a statement Sunday afternoon extending his condolences to the victims and their families.

More crime and justice news after this.

A woman has been sentenced to 70 years in prison after being convicted of horrific abuse against her young stepdaughter, including keeping her locked in a room with chains, physically assaulting her and forcing her to scavenge for food in the school trash bins.

The investigation into 46-year-old Mariana Miles began when she enrolled her stepdaughter at Connelly Junior High School and requested a meeting with school officials.