On February 2, 2023, at approximately 12:56 a.m., the Travis County Sheriff's Office (TCSO) responded to reports of gunfire at an apartment complex located in the 3100 block of Wells Branch Parkway in North Austin, Texas. Upon arrival, deputies discovered 26-year-old Rashaad Anthony "Lil Shaad" Walker lying outside an apartment unit, having sustained multiple gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
TCSO detectives conducted a thorough investigation and determined that Walker was specifically targeted in this attack. They emphasized that this appeared to be an isolated incident, posing no ongoing threat to the broader community. Despite extensive efforts, including public appeals for information, no arrests have been made, and no suspects have been publicly identified in connection with Walker's death.
The case remains open, with authorities continuing to seek leads. TCSO has urged anyone with information about Walker's associations or activities on the night of the shooting to contact their tip line at 512-854-1444 or reach out to Crime Stoppers at 512-472-8477. As of now, the investigation is ongoing, and no further details have been released.
