On August 11, 2025, a shooting occurred in the parking lot of a Target store in North Austin, Texas, resulting in the deaths of three individuals, including a 4-year-old girl, her grandfather, and a Target employee. Several others were injured during the incident. The suspect, identified as 32-year-old Ethan Blaine Nieneker, was detained after fleeing the scene in stolen vehicles and being apprehended by police using a Taser in South Austin. Authorities reported that Nieneker has a history of mental health issues and multiple prior arrests, including domestic violence and assault. The shooting was described as unprovoked, with the gunman reportedly firing randomly at victims. Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis confirmed the ongoing investigation and noted the active crime scene following the incident. Nieneker faces charges including two counts of capital murder and first-degree murder related to the attack.