Police searching for man involved in death of teen in East Austin

AUSTIN, Texas - The Austin Police Department (APD) are searching for the suspect involved in the death of a 19-year-old in East Austin.

Police said on July 16, around 9:04 p.m., officers responded to a shooting at the Valero gas station located at 1135 Airport Boulevard.

When officers arrived, the found a man, Tijarious White, with gunshot wounds. He later died on the scene.

A preliminary investigation revealed that White was inside the gas station as a customer when a suspect entered. The suspect then shot and killed White. 

The suspect was described as a tall Black man, with a heavy build.

Witnesses told police that multiple people were involved in a "gun battle." Police do not believe this was a random act, they believe this man was targeted.

Anyone with any information should contact the Austin Police Department at 512-974-TIPS. You may submit your tip anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting austincrimestoppers.org or by calling 512-472-8477. A reward up to $1,000 may be available for any information that leads to an arrest.