Suspected Gunman in South Austin Shooting That Killed Officer Jorge Pastore Identified

Accident – Death – Obituary News : Austin Police Department Investigating 2015 Report Involving Suspected Gunman

AUSTIN, Texas — The Austin Police Department is currently investigating a 2015 report that potentially involved the suspected gunman responsible for the recent South Austin shooting that claimed the life of Officer Jorge Pastore. The incident occurred during a SWAT callout on Saturday morning, leaving the community in shock and mourning the loss of a dedicated officer.

On Wednesday, authorities identified the suspect as Ahmed Mohamed Nassar and released additional information about the shootout that took place, resulting in the suspect’s death and the discovery of two other victims. As the investigation continues, the KVUE Defenders have uncovered a 7-year-old police report that investigators believe is connected to the suspect.

The report, received by the Austin Police Department in 2015, detailed suspicious activity involving an unidentified man residing on Bernoulli Drive. The caller expressed concerns about the individual’s involvement in terrorism, citing observations of intense physical training. Austin police forwarded the tip to the Austin Regional Intelligence Center for further investigation.

However, after conducting a thorough inquiry, authorities found no evidence linking Nassar to any criminal activity. He was not arrested, nor was he on any FBI watch list, according to both local and federal sources familiar with the matter. As per federal guidelines for federally funded, multi-jurisdictional intelligence centers, investigative records unrelated to criminal activity are typically expunged after five years.

Consequently, any steps taken by the police to investigate the 2015 report remain unknown, as those records were expunged. The only remaining documentation is the record of the initial phone call. The lack of available information regarding the investigation’s progress has raised questions about potential missed opportunities to prevent the recent tragic incident.

The ongoing investigation into the South Austin shooting has revealed that the suspect’s residence contained an extensive collection of weaponry. Due to the scope and complexity of the crime scene, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is assisting the Austin Police Department in their efforts.

As the community grapples with the shocking events, authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement. The tragic loss of Officer Jorge Pastore has highlighted the importance of thorough and timely investigations into reported concerns, emphasizing the need for effective information sharing and collaboration between local and federal agencies.

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