The FBI is investigating a “potential nexus to terrorism” in a deadly mass shooting that erupted just before 2 a.m. CT Sunday in Austin’s entertainment district, leaving at least three people dead, including the suspected gunman, and 14 others wounded. Members of the FBI perform an investigation near Buford's bar in downtown Austin, on March 1. - Brandon Bell/Getty ImagesMembers of the FBI and local law enforcement patrol and perform an investigation after a mass shooting outside of Buford's bar in downtown on March 1. FBI special agent Alex Doran speaks during a news briefing on the mass shooting at Buford's bar, at the Austin Police Department on March 1, in Austin, Texas. And I want to again reiterate my thanks to our public safety officers and officials that so rapidly were on the scene,” Austin Mayor Kirk Watson said at the news conference.

Source: CNN March 01, 2026 14:40 UTC