Austin Shooting Incident: Suspect Identified as Ndiaga Diagne

Details of the Austin Shooting

Laura Loomer, a far-right figure, recently posted on X claiming to have discovered the social media profile of Ndiaga Diagne, the suspected shooter in the Austin incident. The profile she referenced included posts that criticized former President Donald Trump and expressed support for commentator Candace Owens. However, the authenticity of this account could not be verified independently. Created in October 2024, the account had a mere seven followers and followed seven others, featuring posts that included derogatory remarks aimed at Loomer and negative comments about Trump.

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Law enforcement sources reported that Ndiaga Diagne was responsible for the tragic shooting that resulted in two fatalities and left 14 others injured at Buford’s Backyard Beer Garden in Austin. The incident occurred around 2 AM local time as patrons were exiting the bar near the University of Texas at Austin campus. Witnesses noted that Diagne circled the block multiple times in a large SUV before stopping in front of the bar and opening fire from the driver's side window.

During the attack, which unfolded outside Buford’s Backyard Beer Garden on West 6th Street, Diagne was later found dead following an encounter with law enforcement. Investigators revealed that he used a pistol, a handgun, and a rifle during the shooting. While 14 individuals sustained injuries, three succumbed to their wounds, and 11 remain in critical condition. The FBI has yet to determine a motive for the attack. Alex Doran, the FBI agent in charge in Austin, mentioned that certain indicators found on the suspect and in his vehicle suggested a potential connection to terrorism, though he did not elaborate on these indicators.