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Travis Springer

Case from Austin, TX dated Jan 18, 2021

Victim Details

Travis Springer

Male

Black / African American

Austin

TX

2021-01-18

29

Travis

Springer

07/25/2026

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Travis Springer, a 29-year-old male, tragically lost his life on January 18, 2021, in Austin, Texas. He was allegedly shot and killed while attempting to purchase marijuana at a residence in South Austin. According to reports, Travis was dropped off at the home by his brother, who then heard gunshots coming from inside the residence shortly after Travis entered. The brother returned to the scene to find Travis unresponsive with apparent gunshot wounds.

Upon arrival, the Austin Police Depa ...
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  • Austin American-Statesman: 1 killed Monday in South Austin shooting during apparent drug deal, police say
  • Obituary information for Travis Renelle Springer
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    Has anyone else been following the ongoing investigation into Travis Springer's tragic death in Aust... ...Read More
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    Hey all, I've been following the tragic case of Travis Springer and my heart goes out to his family.... ...Read More
    10/11/2023
    Does anyone have more info about the neighbor who supposedly heard the gunshots that night? I can't ... ...Read More
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