Austin Robert Burroughs, a 22-year-old active-duty Airman, was fatally shot on January 20, 2019, in Cedar Park, Texas. Burroughs, who was with his wife at the time, was exiting their vehicle in the parking lot of the Lakeline Villas Apartments when he was shot in the neck. He was pronounced dead at the scene shortly after the shooting.
Three individuals were arrested in connection with Burroughs' death: Elanna Wilkes, Cornelius Martin, and Darious Burdett-Hornsby.
According to police, the suspects planned to rob Burroughs, mistakenly believing he was a drug dealer. Wilkes, who was found guilty of murder, received a life sentence. Martin and Burdett-Hornsby were charged with capital murder, and their trials are still pending.
The case has been described as a random act of violence motivated by robbery. The suspects were also connected to two other armed robberies that occurred the day after Burroughs' death. The investigation revealed that Burroughs' wife witnessed the shooting and called 911 immediately after the incident.
The tragic death of Austin Robert Burroughs has drawn significant attention due to the senseless nature of the crime and the involvement of multiple suspects. The Cedar Park Police Department continues to investigate the case, and the community remains hopeful for justice for Burroughs and his family.
