On September 13, 2024, 41-year-old Steven Allan Smith of Bastrop, Texas, was fatally shot outside a residence on Shiloh Road. The Bastrop County Sheriff's Office reported that Smith died from a single gunshot wound around 1 p.m.
Investigators have identified a 13-year-old boy as the primary suspect in Smith's death. The juvenile was taken into custody and subsequently released to juvenile authorities.
Due to the suspect's age, his identity has not been disclosed, and specific details about the incident remain limited.
In the aftermath of Smith's death, family members and community leaders have called for a thorough investigation. On October 14, 2024, relatives, including Smith's sister Ommaney and uncle Booker, held a news conference at the scene of the shooting, urging authorities to provide more transparency and ensure justice is served. The Austin chapter of the NAACP has also advocated for a comprehensive inquiry into the circumstances surrounding Smith's death.
As of now, the investigation is ongoing, and authorities have not released further information regarding the events leading up to the shooting or the status of any potential charges against the juvenile suspect. The community continues to seek answers and justice for Steven Allan Smith.
